International — Combined Forces Command & Kim Jong Un

International — Combined Forces Command: The International — Combined Forces Command conducted the exercise with adjustments, reflecting the reduced scope and duration.

Kim Jong Un: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is the focus of Trump's outreach, with Trump citing their 'very good relationship.' Kim has not yet responded publicly, but the scaled-back drills may be seen as a concession.

International — Combined Forces Command: The International — Combined Forces Command conducts joint US-South Korea drills and adjusts training based on North Korean threats. Its activities are central to deterrence but also provoke North Korean reactions.

Kim Jong Un: Kim has not responded to Lee's offers and has abandoned reunification policy, calling the South a 'primary foe.' His expected visit to Russia could further solidify the North's alignment with Moscow, increasing regional tensions.