US, South Korea, Japan to Conduct Joint Military Exercise 'Freedom Edge'
Summary
The United States, South Korea and Japan will hold the joint military exercise “Freedom Edge” from September 7 to 11 in waters east and south of Jeju Island. The drill will focus on missile defense, air defense, anti-submarine warfare and cyber defense amid North Korea’s objections.
Key Points
- The United States, South Korea and Japan will conduct the “Freedom Edge” military exercise from September 7 to 11 near Jeju Island.
- The drill will cover maritime missile defense, air and air defense, anti-submarine warfare and cyber defense.
- South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff said the exercise is meant to counter North Korea’s nuclear and missile threats and support regional stability.
- North Korea has criticized the drills and warned of retaliatory measures, while the exercise underscores continued security cooperation among the three countries.
