February 29, 2024
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S. Korea and US Gear Up For Major Military Drills

The upcoming drills, named Freedom Shield, encompass a blend of computer-simulated command post training and various field exercises, scheduled from March 4 to 14….reports Asian Lite News

South Korean and U.S. forces are gearing up for their annual military drills, slated to begin next week, in response to North Korea’s persistent nuclear threats. The joint exercises, a routine affair for the allies, are expected to provoke ire from Pyongyang, which views them as rehearsals for invasion.

In recent months, North Korea has intensified tensions with aggressive rhetoric and ongoing missile tests, heightening concerns across the Korean Peninsula. While a full-scale attack is deemed unlikely, experts warn of potential limited provocations along the tense border with South Korea.

The upcoming drills, named Freedom Shield, encompass a blend of computer-simulated command post training and various field exercises, scheduled from March 4 to 14. According to Col Lee Sung-Jun, a spokesperson for South Korea’s joint chiefs of staff, the exercises aim to enhance joint capabilities to deter North Korea from nuclear aggression. This year’s drills will notably include air assault, live-fire, and bombing training, with 48 field exercises planned—twice the number held last year.

Both South Korean and U.S. military officials assert the defensive nature of the exercises, emphasizing their role in maintaining deterrence. Col Isaac L Taylor, representing the U.S. military, highlights the importance of readiness in deterring potential aggression.

Despite the announcement, North Korea has yet to respond. However, history suggests Pyongyang may respond with its own missile tests, a pattern seen in reaction to previous South Korea-U.S. military exercises.

North Korea’s accelerated weapons testing, including multiple missile launches this year, underscores its ongoing efforts to bolster its nuclear and missile capabilities. South Korea’s military spokesperson, Mr. Lee, notes that the upcoming drills will include training to detect and intercept North Korean cruise missiles, further underscoring the region’s precarious security landscape.

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