Trump shocks allies by slashing U.S.-South Korea military drills, claiming they’re costly and provocative—despite North Korea’s nuclear threats. Seoul hopes the move sparks diplomacy, but security experts warn Pyongyang may demand major concessions before returning to talks. Meanwhile, Ulchi Freedom Shield begins as planned, leaving uncertainty over which parts are cut. Analysts see this as part of Trump’s pattern: cozying up to adversaries while sidelining longtime allies—while North Korea uses every drill as propaganda fuel for its nuclear ambitions.

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