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North Korea fired more than 10 short-range ballistic missiles as US-South Korea drills, scaled back at Trump's request, were set to end. Seoul called an emergency security meeting and condemned the launches as violating UN resolutions.
South Korea and the United States have cut their annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise from 11 days to 5 days after President Donald Trump ordered a significant reduction, a move that drew condemnation from Pyongyang and raised regional security concerns. The decision, made without prior notice to allies, has also prompted anxiety among US partners in the region.
President Donald Trump faces a wave of Democratic criticism after ordering a significant reduction in joint military exercises with South Korea. Lawmakers accuse him of abandoning an ally, while a Republican senator warns the move could free up North Korean troops to support Russia in Ukraine.
Iranians are upholding national dignity by blending sports diplomacy with defense activities. Athletes act as cultural ambassadors, while military exercises showcase territorial integrity. This dual approach strengthens national pride and Iran's stance globally.
Japan’s full participation in this year’s large-scale military exercises between the Philippines and the United States has added a new dimension to regional security, helping to counter shared threats, according to military officials and analysts. The drills, involving Japanese troops, warships, and aircraft, mark Japan’s first time as a key participant, enhancing deterrence and operational coordination.
Critics of US-Philippines military cooperation argue that Manila's close alignment with Washington could turn the country into a target. This year's Balikatan exercise, involving over 17,000 troops from six nations, has sparked concerns among activists and local communities. The drills have also drawn China's warning against regional division and confrontation.
Two U.S. soldiers went missing in southwestern Morocco after participating in the annual multinational military exercise African Lion. American and allied forces have launched a search-and-rescue operation, and an investigation is underway.
Russia's envoy to Vienna, Mikhail Ulyanov, has accused European NATO members of being obsessed with the inevitability of war and trying to demonstrate their readiness. He cited the Northern Strike exercise in Finland, just 70 km from the Russian border, as evidence of NATO paving the way for a real conflict.
