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US–South Korea Drill Cuts: South Korea’s President Lee Jae-myung reaffirmed his push to regain wartime control (OPCON) after Trump ordered a “substantial” reduction and early end to Ulchi Freedom Shield drills, saying he respects the move as a bid to create conditions for dialogue. Trump–Kim Summit Talk: Trump said he expects to meet Kim Jong Un later this year and, for the first time, cited a specific figure: 57 “very powerful” nuclear weapons; he also framed the drill cuts as inappropriate given his “good relationship” with Kim. Pyongyang Response Unclear: Kim Yo-jong cast doubt on reported US–North communications, saying she is “unaware” of any contact, while still calling ties “excellent.” China’s Role: Chinese FM Wang Yi urged Washington to change its “hostile policy,” backed China’s “constructive role,” and stayed cautious about mediating a Trump–Kim summit. Domestic Pushback in Seoul: Opposition leader Jang Dong-hyeok attacked Lee for what he called surrender on security and noted Seoul received no prior notice about the drill reduction. North Korea’s Wider Posture: Pyongyang reiterated that reduced drills won’t change its stance, even as it continues to deepen ties with Russia.

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