President Donald Trump has ordered a reduction in joint military exercises with South Korea. This decision has prompted a significant response from Seoul regarding its defense strategy.
In the wake of President Trump's directive, the South Korean president has called for the nation to pursue greater military independence. The leader emphasized the need for a stronger, self-reliant defense posture.
The South Korean president also urged the country to prepare for a "worst-case scenario" following the scaling back of the joint drills. This is a developing story and will be updated as details emerge.
