Trump halts US-South Korea drills midway, rattling Seoul
Why it matters: The move fuels fears Washington could cut troops or sideline Seoul as Trump pursues talks with Kim Jong Un.
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Why it matters: The move fuels fears Washington could cut troops or sideline Seoul as Trump pursues talks with Kim Jong Un.
Seoul canceled the Aug. 24-27 retaliation phase, while South Korea said it got no prior notice from Washington.
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