President Donald Trump had pressured Seoul to increase its share, triggering concerns in South Korea that he might withdraw some of the 28,500 U.S. troops.
Author: Hyung-Jin Kim, Associated Press
North Korean state media: Kim orders preparations for second summit with Trump
State media said Kim expressed satisfaction with his envoy’s meeting with Trump and spoke highly of the U.S. president.
For first time since 2010, South Korea defense report doesn’t refer to North Korea as ‘enemy’
It’s the first time since 2010, the same year 50 South Koreans were killed in attacks blamed on the North, that the enemy label hasn’t been applied, and a further sign of better ties between the rivals.
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North Korea blows up 10 guard posts to ease tensions with South
Seoul’s Defense Ministry said it confirmed the dismantling of 10 North Korean guard posts on Tuesday. A ministry statement said North Korea had informed the South of its plans in advance.