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#combined exerciseOngoing S. Korea-U.S. exercise optimal for war preparations: defense chief related article
SEOUL, Aug. 20 (Yonhap) -- The ongoing combined military exercise between South Korea and the United States is "optimal" for preparing for contingencies, Seoul's defense chief said Friday, dismissi... 18:11 Aug. 20 -
#USFK(LEAD) USFK reports 12 local COVID-19 cases, 11 cases among new arrivals related article
(ATTN: RECASTS headline, lead; UPDATES with additional cases in last 3 paras) SEOUL, Aug. 20 (Yonhap) -- Twelve people, including seven American service members, at U.S. military bases in South Ko... 16:17 Aug. 20 -
#hackingGov't to set up new entity to protect defense technologies, prevent hacking attacks
SEOUL, Aug. 20 (Yonhap) -- The arms procurement agency said Friday it will set up an anti-hacking agency next year to help protect defense firms in the wake of a recent series of hacking attempts t... 13:58 Aug. 20 -
#COVID-19Military reports 5 COVID-19 cases related article
SEOUL, Aug. 20 (Yonhap) -- Five service members have tested positive for the new coronavirus, raising the total caseload reported among the military population to 1,580, the defense ministry said F... 10:37 Aug. 20 -
#USFKUSFK reports 12 COVID-19 cases related article
SEOUL, Aug. 20 (Yonhap) -- Twelve people affiliated with U.S. Forces Korea (USFK), including seven service members, have tested positive for the new coronavirus this week, the U.S. military said Fr... 09:58 Aug. 20 -
#peacekeeping unit(LEAD) Chief of S. Korean peacekeeping unit in Lebanon dismissed over corruption allegations related article
(ATTN: RECASTS headline, lead; UPDATES throughout with JCS's decision, other details) SEOUL, Aug. 19 (Yonhap) -- The commander and two other officers of South Korea's peacekeeping unit in Lebanon ... 20:33 Aug. 19 -
#North Korea(2nd LD) N. Korea issued navigational warning for East Sea in indication of missile launch preparations
(ATTN: ADDS more details about spy planes in para 9) By Oh Seok-min SEOUL, Aug. 19 (Yonhap) -- North Korea had declared a no-sail zone for ships off the east coast earlier this week, sources said T... 20:15 Aug. 19 -
Today in Korean history
Aug. 20 1901 -- Construction begins on a railroad connecting Seoul and Busan. 1907 -- A modern barber shop opens at the royal court of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). 1971 -- Red Cross ... 14:00 Aug. 19 -
#S Korea-US combined exercise(LEAD) U.S. service member participating in combined exercise tests positive for virus related article
(ATTN: ADDS defense ministry's comment in 7th para) SEOUL, Aug. 19 (Yonhap) -- An American service member participating in an annual combined exercise with South Korea has tested positive for the n... 11:11 Aug. 19 -
#peacekeeping unit
Head of S. Korean peacekeeping unit in Lebanon faces possible return over alleged irregularities related article
SEOUL, Aug. 19 (Yonhap) -- The Joint Chiefs of Staff will hold a meeting soon to decide whether to bring four military officers dispatched to Lebanon on a peacekeeping mission, including the unit's... 11:10 Aug. 19 -
#North Korea(LEAD) N. Korea issued navigational warning for East Sea in indication of missile launch preparations
(ATTN: ADDS spokesperson's comment in 8th para) By Oh Seok-min SEOUL, Aug. 19 (Yonhap) -- North Korea had declared a no-sail zone for ships off the east coast earlier this week, sources said Thursd... 11:06 Aug. 19 -
#COVID-192 more Army recruits test positive for COVID-19
SEOUL, Aug. 19 (Yonhap) -- An Army boot camp reported two more cases of the coronavirus Thursday, bringing the total caseload in the latest cluster infection there to 13, the defense ministry said ... 10:41 Aug. 19 -
#North KoreaN. Korea issued navigational warning for East Sea in indication of missile launch preparations
By Oh Seok-min SEOUL, Aug. 19 (Yonhap) -- North Korea had declared a no-sail zone for ships off the east coast earlier this week, sources said Thursday, indicating that it had plans to launch missi... 09:41 Aug. 19 -
#space defenseS. Korea to invest 1.6 tln won to develop military satellite technologies related article
SEOUL, Aug. 19 (Yonhap) -- South Korea plans to invest 1.6 trillion won (US$1.37 billion) in the next 10 years to secure core technologies for satellite development in the defense sector, the arms ... 09:08 Aug. 19 -
#S Korea-US combined exercise
U.S. service member participating in combined exercise tests positive for virus related article
SEOUL, Aug. 19 (Yonhap) -- An American service member participating in an annual combined exercise with South Korea has tested positive for the new coronavirus, officials said Thursday. The Sout... 08:28 Aug. 19 -
#headlines
Top headlines in major S. Korean newspapers
SEOUL, Aug. 19 (Yonhap) -- The following are the top headlines in major South Korean newspapers on Aug. 19. Korean-language dailies -- Taliban kills women, protesters in streets (Kyunghyang Shinmu... 06:58 Aug. 19 -
#Afghanistan pullout(2nd LD) (News Focus) America's chaotic exit from Afghanistan sows doubts over U.S. security commitment
(ATTN: ADDS more info in 24th para) By Song Sang-ho SEOUL, Aug. 18 (Yonhap) -- America's chaotic exit from a war-torn Afghanistan is offering a sobering reminder to South Korea and other U.S. allie... 19:24 Aug. 18 -
#USFKUSFK to offer COVID-19 vaccines to Korean workers
SEOUL, Aug. 18 (Yonhap) -- The U.S. Forces Korea (USFK) said Wednesday it has decided to offer COVID-19 vaccines to South Korean contractors who have access to American military bases here. Sout... 18:29 Aug. 18 -
#air defense systemS. Korea to begin mass production of surface-to-air interceptor missile related article
SEOUL, Aug. 18 (Yonhap) -- South Korea will begin mass production of a newly upgraded interceptor missile, often dubbed the Korean equivalent of the U.S.-made Patriot missile defense system, after s... 17:32 Aug. 18
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PM Kim says no change in plan for phased recovery to normal life despite virus surge
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New cases in 2,000s for 2nd day amid jitters over further upticks
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Daily new cases fall below 3,000 amid lingering woes over spreading virus
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(4th LD) Daily new cases fall below 3,000 amid lingering woes over spreading virus
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Gyeonggi Gov. Lee wins North Jeolla, further cements lead in DP's presidential primary
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National
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On U.S. trip, Moon highlights S. Korea's global role, vaccine hub vision
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Moon seeks breakthrough in peace process with concrete offer of war-ending declaration
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Global vaccine hub push needs more tailored backing
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S. Korean evacuation effort highlights will to never abandon Afghan friends
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Skepticism grows over contradicting poll results in run-up to presidential election
