In a recent meeting with US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol warned of the potential for “Hamas-style” attacks from North Korea. He emphasized the need for a strong and vigilant combined defense posture between South Korea and the United States.
Yoon drew a direct link between the Israel-Hamas conflict and the Ukraine-Russia war, highlighting its impact on North Korea’s behavior. Secretary Austin reassured President Yoon of President Biden’s commitment to further strengthen the military alliance between the United States and South Korea.
The two allies plan to discuss a range of security issues, including ways to strengthen Washington’s extended deterrence commitment against North Korea’s missile and nuclear threats.
In a show of solidarity, Austin attended a ceremony honoring veterans from both countries at the Korean War Memorial in Seoul. He praised the strong relationship between the US and South Korean militaries.
After the talks, US defense officials announced the establishment of a mechanism to facilitate the exchange of real-time missile warning data between South Korea, the United States and Japan.
The defense ministers also encouraged the development of a multi-year trilateral exercise plan, which is expected to be completed by the end of the year. Secretary Austin reaffirmed the United States’ strong alliance with South Korea and Japan.
In addition to these facts, the Secretary of State of the United States, Antony Blinken, met with the leadership of South Korea, and expressed his concern about the military association of Russia with North Korea.
Secretary Blinken and President Yoon also discussed the importance of U.S.-South Korea cooperation on global challenges, including China’s assertiveness and instability in the Middle East.
The United States, South Korea, and Japan continue to work together to address the evolving threats posed by North Korea and maintain peace and stability in the region.
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