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World 2 hours ago

North Korea launches short-range ballistic missiles into sea, show of force ahead of political meetings

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's regime tests ballistic missiles as tensions rise in the region ahead of a massive political party gathering.

Pentagon News & Events 3 days ago

Pentagon plans to give South Korea primary role in deterring North Korea threats under new strategy

A new Pentagon document says its defense strategy is pivoting toward burden-sharing as the U.S. plans a "more limited" role in deterring North Korea and other parts of the world.

South Korea January 14

South Korean prosecutor seeks death penalty for ex-President Yoon over martial law declaration: 'Self-coup'

An independent counsel demanded a death sentence for former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol on rebellion charges over his controversial martial law decree.

North Korea January 5

North Korea test-launches hypersonic missile system in front of Kim, nation says

Kim Jong Un oversaw hypersonic missile tests as North Korea ramped up weapons displays ahead of a major political conference, state media reported.

North Korea December 29

North Korea fires cruise missiles as Kim underscores nuclear ambitions

Kim Jong Un pledges "unlimited" nuclear development as North Korea test-fires new cruise missiles designed to carry nuclear warheads in war preparations.

Opinion December 10

South Korean K-pop stars BTS hit the right note of how to wield cultural power

BTS's decision to complete military service instead of seeking exemptions shows how South Korea's soft power strategy could validate cultural influence.

Pentagon News & Events December 8

Congress moves to block Pentagon from cutting US troops in Europe and South Korea

Congress limits Pentagon's ability to reduce troops in Europe below 76,000 and South Korea below 28,500 in new defense bill, easing allied concerns.

South Korea November 7

North Korea fires ballistic missile days after Hegseth wraps South Korea visit

North Korea fires ballistic missile days after U.S. War Secretary Pete Hegseth's South Korea visit focused on deterring Pyongyang and strengthening alliance.

Opinion November 5

How Trump projected US power across Indo-Pacific before Xi meeting

Trump's pre-summit moves with Taiwan statement, South Korea shipbuilding deal and carrier diplomacy sent clear deterrence signals to Xi before their meeting.

South Korea November 4

Hegseth applauds South Korea's plan to take larger role in defense against North Korean aggression

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth praises South Korea's plan to boost defense spending as the allies look to strengthen deterrence against North Korea.