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Suddenly Trump wants to scale back military drills with S. Korea
This surprising announcement — made while the exercises were already underway — could have real upsides, if done right
August 17, 2026
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Asia-Pacific
US diplomatic incompetence is tanking hopes for Korean peace
It's time for South Korea to take the lead in seeking detente with the North
August 17, 2026
Washington Politics
Lindsey Graham, last great Cold War warrior, dead at 71
The senator was an inspiration to those who believed military power was essential to making the world 'right.' Others thought he lost his 'America First' perspective in Ukraine and Israel.
July 12, 2026
Asia-Pacific
Thinking twice about that US-China superwar
Imagine a globe-spanning naval battle with both sides interdicting commerce, a collapse in Asian trade, mounting losses, far worse than the current Iran war
July 06, 2026
Asia-Pacific
Don't be fooled by the new China-North Korea love fest
Despite a warm summit between Xi and Kim, there are still significant strategic gaps between the two countries
June 19, 2026
Asia-Pacific
Kim Jong Un waiting for Trump, but there's a path right in front of him
From Pyongyang’s perspective, engagement with Seoul has little strategic value. But there are diplomatic ways around that.
April 10, 2026
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