SEOUL -- The South Korean and U.S. militaries announced major joint exercises on Thursday, at a time of high geopolitical tensions and leadership transitions in both countries.
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Members of South Korea's Army Special Warfare Command board an MC-130 airplane during the 2024 Freedom Shield exercises with the U.S. in Seongnam, South Korea, last March. © Reuters
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