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flag South Korea won’t use U.S. joint drills as leverage to restart North Korea talks, despite Pyongyang’s objections.

flag South Korea has ruled out using its joint military exercises with the U.S. as leverage to restart talks with North Korea, according to National Security Advisor Wi Sung-lac. flag Despite Pyongyang’s long-standing opposition to the drills, Seoul says adjusting them is not part of its current diplomatic approach. flag The statement comes amid stalled diplomacy since President Lee Jae Myung took office, with North Korea yet to respond to Seoul’s proposal for military talks to clarify the border and prevent clashes. flag Wi said the omission of North Korea in the U.S. National Security Strategy reflects the administration’s "America First" focus, not indifference. flag South Korea maintains the drills are defensive and continues to balance military readiness with efforts to ease tensions and pursue dialogue.

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