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Wed, May 27, 2020 | 13:14

USFK begins furloughs for Korean employees over stalled cost-sharing talks

USFK begins furloughs for Korean employees over stalled cost-sharing talks

Thousands of South Koreans working for the U.S. Forces Korea (USFK) were furloughed indefinitely starting Wednesday amid a deadlock in defense cost-sharing negotiations between the two countries, sparking concerns over the possible impact on Korea's readiness posture. The furlough has also drawn criticism that Washington is risking the livelihoods of South Koreans who have wo...

2020-04-01 09:29

North Korea fires suspected missiles as world fights COVID-19

North Korea fires suspected missiles as world fights COVID-19

North Korea launched two suspected short-range ballistic missiles, Sunday, the fourth in a series of tests of major weapons this month. The Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) called the launches “very inappropriate,” as they came as the world is battling the coronavirus pandemic.

2020-03-29 16:43

Honoring fallen military men

Honoring fallen military men

President Moon Jae-in listens to a bereaved family member during a ceremony at the Daejeon National Cemetery, Friday, to honor soldiers who died in clashes with North Korea in the Yellow Sea. The three incidents were the sinking of naval ship Cheonan in March 2010, the shelling of Yeonpyeong Island in November 2010 and the Second Battle of Yeonpyeong in 2002. Moon participate...

2020-03-28 23:51

About 200 Korean peacekeepers return home from South Sudan

About 200 Korean peacekeepers return home from South Sudan

About 200 South Korean peacekeeping troops returned home Saturday from South Sudan after completing their nine-month rotational mission.They arrived at Incheon International Airport, west of Seoul, shortly before noon on an Ethiopian Airlines plane chartered by the South Korean government.

2020-03-28 20:33

US soldier at Camp Humphreys tests positive for coronavirus, total at 11

US soldier at Camp Humphreys tests positive for coronavirus, total at 11

U.S. Forces Korea (USFK) has reported an additional coronavirus case, bringing the total number of USFK-related infections to 11. The latest case took place at Camp Humphreys in Pyeongtaek, some 70 kilometers south of Seoul, USFK said in its Facebook post late Thursday, adding that contact tracing and a thorough cleansing are under way.

2020-03-27 08:54

USFK commander declares 'public health emergency'

USFK commander declares 'public health emergency'

USFK commander declares 'public health emergency'

United States Forces Korea (USFK) commander Gen. Robert Abrams has declared a “public health emergency” for all USFK commands and all USFK installations and will exercise all “necessary authorities” to protect the force from COVID-19.

2020-03-26 14:53

US soldier at Camp Humphreys tests positive for coronavirus, total at 11

US soldier stationed in Pyeongtaek dead, cause unknown

US soldier stationed in Pyeongtaek dead, cause unknown

An American soldier stationed in South Korea was found dead in her barracks room last week, the U.S. military said Tuesday. Private First Class Marissa Jo Gloria was found unresponsive in her room at Camp Humphreys in Pyeongtaek, 70 kilometers south of Seoul, on Saturday and pronounced dead at the scene by emergency medical personnel, according to the 2nd Infantry Division.

2020-03-24 16:07

US rejects call to first address Korean workers' wage issue in defense cost talks: official

The United States has officially opposed a proposal for a separate deal to fund wages for South Korean workers in the U.S. Forces Korea (USFK), Seoul's top negotiator in the allies' defense cost-sharing talks said Saturday.

2020-03-21 11:19

Military criticized for lax discipline

Military criticized for lax discipline

The military has come under fire for poor surveillance protocols and lax discipline regarding security, following a series of intrusions by civilians onto its bases.

2020-03-17 15:43

'Cheer up, Korea!'

'Cheer up, Korea!'

Republic of Korea Air Force pilots flying FA-50 fighters in a patrol over the East Sea, Monday, display the Taegeukgi national flag and a placard that reads “Let's overcome COVID-19! Cheer up Republic of Korea,” to deliver a supportive message to people fighting the nationwide coronavirus outbreak. Courtesy of Republic of Korea Air Force

2020-03-16 16:22

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