South Korea president stresses US alliance as many baffled by Trump order to cut exercises

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung stated on Tuesday that a solid alliance with the United States strengthens the foundation of national security. These remarks follow an abrupt order from U.S. President Donald Trump to substantially reduce joint military exercises. The surprise announcement, made via a social media post, has left many South Koreans feeling baffled and concerned about the future of the military cooperation between the two nations and its impact on regional stability.