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Trump Orders Military to Cut Back on Drills with South Korea
The president has told the Pentagon to scale back joint military exercises with our ally.
President Donald Trump speaking at a podium with military officials nearby.
By John Doe
Reporting from South Korea 
Aug. 16, 2026, 10:49 p.m. - an hour ago
President Trump has ordered the Pentagon to cut back on military exercises with South Korea. These are the joint drills where American and South Korean troops train together to stay ready for a possible conflict.
The president told his pick for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, to make this change. These military drills have been a standard practice between the two countries for a long time. They are meant to show strength and keep the region safe.
By scaling these back, the administration is moving toward a different approach in its relationship with South Korea. Critics often argue these drills are expensive and can make tensions with North Korea worse. Supporters say they are necessary to keep our allies safe and ensure our military is prepared.
The White House has not yet shared all the details on exactly which exercises will be dropped or how much they will be reduced. We will keep you updated as we learn more.
Source: Axios
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