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Trump Scales Back US-South Korea Military Drills, Allies Express Concern
U.S. President Donald Trump announced he ordered the Pentagon to reduce "inappropriate and hostile" military drills with South Korea. Trump stated that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un had always treated him with great respect. This decision has led to concerns among Asian allies, including Japan and Australia, who emphasize the critical nature of U.S.-South Korea security cooperation. South Korea's president also stressed the importance of the U.S. alliance amidst the drill reduction, which unsettled Seoul. The move comes as Japan and Australia are reportedly collaborating on developing hypersonic missiles.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
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- Left (3): Los Angeles Times, The Hindu, The Telegraph (India)
- Centre (12): ABC Australia, Associated Press, Business Standard, Channel News Asia, Fortune, France 24, Hindustan Times, NDTV, TIME, The Economist, The Japan Times, The Tribune
- Right (1): Firstpost