South Korea, Japan, and U.S. begin joint exercise 'Freedom Eagle' amid North Korea's criticism

South Korea, Japan, and the United States have commenced their joint air and naval exercise, named "Freedom Eagle," off the coast of a South Korean island. The exercise is set to run until Friday. North Korea has criticized the drill, labeling it a “reckless show of strength.”

This joint military exercise reflects ongoing security cooperation among the three nations amid rising tensions in the region. The drills are part of a broader strategy to enhance military readiness and interoperability among the allied forces.

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