US EditionUS Considering Pulling Some Troops From South Korea, Wall Street Journal Reports
- The Trump administration is considering withdrawing about 4,500 of the 28,500 U.S. Troops stationed in South Korea, potentially relocating them within the Indo-Pacific region including Guam.
- This consideration follows a strategic review aimed at increasing flexibility to address regional threats, amid South Korea's denial of any discussions on troop reduction.
- U.S. And South Korean officials emphasize that the troops deter North Korean aggression and contribute to stability, while some U.S. Commanders warn that withdrawal could raise the risk of invasion.
- South Korea plans to boost its defense contribution by 8.3% from the current year, reaching approximately 1.52 trillion won in the year 2026, in response to U.S. Demands for increased allied military funding.
- The proposal has not reached President Trump yet, and its implementation could intensify regional security concerns and arguments over the U.S. Commitment to South Korea's defense.
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US Considering Pulling Some Troops from South Korea, Wall Street Journal Reports
South Korea said there have been no discussions with the U.S. over a possible pullback of American troops stationed in the country, after a media report said Washington is reviewing a proposal to withdraw some of its forces.
Seoul says it hasn’t discussed possible withdrawal of US troops with Washington
The U.S. and South Korea have not had any discussions about the possible withdrawal of American troops stationed on the Korean Peninsula to deter North Korean aggression, Seoul’s defense ministry said Friday, following a report that Washington is considering reducing its military presence. The Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday that the Pentagon is preparing […]
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American Military NewsUS considering pulling some troops from South Korea, WSJ reports
South Korea said there have been no discussions with the U.S. over a possible pullback of American troops stationed in the country, after a media report said Washington is reviewing a proposal to withdraw some of its forces.
US considers withdrawing thousands of troops from S. Korea: report
WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump's administration is considering withdrawing thousands of U.S. troops from South Korea and moving them to other locations in the Indo-Pacific, including Guam, a news report said Thursday. It is weighing the idea of pulling out roughly 4,500 troops — part of the 28,500-strong U.S. Forces Korea (USFK), The Wall Street Journal reported, citing unnamed defense officials — a move that could add to security conc…
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