NPR
Trump orders Pentagon to scale back joint exercises with South Korea
Monday, August 17, 2026
President Trump ordered the Pentagon to reduce joint military exercises with South Korea. Trump cited South Korea's refusal to assist with Iran's nuclear program and stated he maintains a good relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
Original reporting: https://www.npr.org/2026/08/17/g-s1-138969/trump-exercises-south-korea