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MILITARYAug 11North Korea launches a ballistic missile toward the sea , South Korea saysNorth Korea reportedly launched a ballistic missile toward the sea, as stated by South Korea. This event signals ongoing military activity and regional tension on the Korean Peninsula.greeleytribune.com · United States
MILITARYAug 10South Korea , US to begin exercises to bolster readiness vs North KoreaSouth Korea and the United States are commencing military exercises to enhance their readiness against potential threats from North Korea. These drills are intended to strengthen defense capabilities and deterrence in the region.advocate-news.com · United States
MILITARYAug 9South Korea , U . S . vow to find every missing Korean War service memberSouth Korea and the United States have vowed to find every service member still missing from the Korean War. This commitment highlights ongoing efforts in humanitarian and historical military affairs.upi.com · United States
MILITARYAug 6North Korea fires at least one ballistic missile into sea, South Korea's military saysNorth Korea has repeatedly declared itself an "irreversible" nuclear state since leader Kim Jong- un's 2019 summit with US President Donald Trump collapsed over the scope of denuclearisation and sanctions relief.EuroNews [en]
MILITARYAug 5South Korean students detained for allegedly breaking into US military baseSouth Korean students have been detained on suspicion of illegally entering a U.S. military base.ksat.com · United States
MILITARYAug 4South Korean students detained for allegedly breaking into US military baseSouth Korean students have been detained for allegedly breaking into a US military base. This incident raises concerns about base security and international relations.ksl.com · United States
MILITARYJul 31South Korea almost shoots down US Marine drone after communication failureAn apparent communication breakdown between US and South Korean militaries resulted in South Korean troops training their weapons on an American drone launched during a joint exercise and an evacuation alert being triggered near the inter-Korean border. The incident underscored the need for a comprehensive review of the allies’ command-and-control coordination, operational procedures, air defence capabilities and troop training, military experts said. The near-friendly-fire episode is...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 31South Korea completes development of KF - 21 fighterSouth Korea has completed the development of its KF-21 fighter jet. This marks a significant milestone in the nation's defense capabilities.upi.com · United States
MILITARYJul 31US-led drills edge Japan and South Korea closer on defenceThe key roles played by Japan and South Korea in this year’s Rim of the Pacific (Rimpac) military exercises led by the US have fuelled speculation whether the two neighbours could set aside differences over their common history and deepen defence cooperation. Held in waters off Hawaii, this year’s Rimpac is the world’s largest maritime exercise involving 30 nations, more than 30,000 troops, various aircraft and an armada of surface ships and submarines. Rimpac, which runs from June 24 to July...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 16Lockheed Martin unit wins $101.8M South Korea defense deal: Check detailsA unit of Lockheed Martin has secured a defense deal with South Korea valued at $101.8 million. This contract involves the provision of military equipment or services to the South Korean defense sector.Seeking Alpha Tech
MILITARYJul 15Why South Korea’s submarine exports are running agroundSouth Korea’s failed bid for Canada’s next-generation submarine fleet has exposed a growing problem for one of Asia’s fastest-rising defence exporters: price, speed and technology may no longer be enough. Analysts said the loss of the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP) to Germany’s ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems showed how Nato security ties and pressure on member states to favour allied industrial bases were increasingly outweighing commercial competitiveness in decisions over major...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 14As the world rearms, South Korea aims to cash inWeapons and military equipment produced in South Korea are sought-after due to their reliability, speedy delivery times and relatively low prices. Global demand for weapons has surged after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.DW News [en]
MILITARYJul 13South Korean sailor missing on patrol found dead near North Korea sea borderSouth Korea’s navy said on Monday it had recovered the body of a sailor off the east coast, a day after the seaman disappeared near the de facto sea border between the two Koreas. Authorities launched a large search involving 10 ships and aircraft after the sailor failed to report for duty on Sunday morning while the vessel was on patrol near the Northern Limit Line, the de facto maritime border between the neighbours. “A patrol boat participating in the search operation found the missing sailor...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 9South Korea set to power US fight for naval dominance amid rising geopolitical tensionsThe United States is turning to South Korea’s world-leading shipbuilding industry as it seeks to refresh its ageing naval fleet, a move set to expand the bilateral alliance beyond security into defence manufacturing, technology and industrial production. According to analysts, the bid reflects Washington’s efforts to address long-standing problems in its own industry – such as chronic construction delays, cost overruns, shortages of skilled workers and supply chain constraints. It also marks a...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 8South Korea Lee eyes co - operation with Nato in arms R & D , productionSouth Korea is considering cooperation with NATO on arms research and development, and production. This indicates potential strategic alignment and military industrial collaboration.asiaone.com · Singapore
MILITARYJul 8South Korea loses Canada submarine deal but cements top-tier defence statusSouth Korea may have lost Canada’s multibillion-dollar submarine order, but analysts say its close-run contest with Germany has handed Seoul a different prize: proof that it can challenge one of the world’s traditional undersea warfare powers on a stage watched closely by defence buyers. Canada chose Germany’s Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) as the preferred bidder for a programme worth about US$40 billion to build up to 12 diesel-electric submarines, along with long-term maintenance and...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 6Canada picks German firm for new submarine fleet, South Korean competitor loses outIn a closely watched outcome, Canada on Monday chose a major German defence contractor over its South Korean competitor to build a US multibillion-dollar fleet of submarines, as mid-tier nations increasingly work together in the face of a less reliable United States. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said that Ottawa chose Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS)’s package over Hanwha Ocean Company’s. The move is expected to strengthen ties between Canada and Nato, which is holding a two-day summit...South China Morning Post
MILITARYJul 6Canada to decide between German , South Korean submarine bids on MondayCanada is set to choose between submarine bids from Germany and South Korea on Monday. This decision will shape its future naval capabilities.mymotherlode.com · United States
MILITARYJun 30South Korea Fires Full Four - Stage Military Rocket : Joining Elite Club of Six NationsSouth Korea successfully launched a full four-stage military rocket, joining an elite group of six nations. This represents a significant advancement in the nation's military capabilities.techtimes.com · United States
MILITARYJun 28Japan and South Korea step up defense equipment cooperationJapan and South Korea are increasing their cooperation on defense equipment. This indicates strengthening military ties and regional security efforts.asia.nikkei.com · Japan
MILITARYJun 272 more South Korean vessels clear Strait of HormuzTwo South Korean vessels successfully passed through the Strait of Hormuz. This indicates ongoing maritime activity in a key geopolitical waterway.prokerala.com · India
MILITARYJun 27South Korea plans to train entire military as drone warriors South Korea is developing a strategic plan to train its entire military personnel as "drone warriors." This initiative focuses on modernizing its defense capabilities with drone technology.article.wn.com · United States
MILITARYJun 26Watch: South Korea holds first live-fire drill against drone swarmsSouth Korea's air force carried out its first live-fire exercise against a simulated swarm drone attack. Military forces used Vulcan air-defense guns, a portable laser and shotguns to intercept all 50 drones during the drill.EuroNews [en]
MILITARYJun 26South Korea bets on personal drones to shore up defensive capabilitySouth Korea plans to eventually equip every soldier with their own personal drone, in a massive expansion of aerial weapons. To counter the threat from North Korea, Seoul says it will train half a million soldiers in how to use drones, and manufacture more than 100 thousand of them in the next three years. With a shrinking number of active personnel and young people to recruit, self-guided weapons could be a way to shore up defensive capability.France 24 [en]