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Trump scales back US-South Korea drills, cites 'very good' ties with Kim Jong Un
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· August 17, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on this development are available from ABC13 Houston, for readers in Piney Point Village and surrounding areas who want to learn more about the reduced military exercises and their implications.
President Donald Trump has made an announcement regarding joint US-South Korean military exercises. He directed the Defense Secretary to reduce these exercises. The decision is related to President Trump's relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, which he described as very good.
Further details on this development are available from ABC13 Houston, for readers in Piney Point Village and surrounding areas who want to learn more about the reduced military exercises and their implications.
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Category: local Published: August 17, 2026 Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK) Reading time: 1 min
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