People. We know it is routine and annual. We are told by the Lieutenant Colonel in charge when they carry out the drills, they dont have a specific enemy in mind. Given the tensions on the korean peninsula, this is more in the spotlight. This massive fire power seen by north korea as well. It is not what north korea likes to see. Every single year when the drills happen, they becomefurii. They believe this is a dress rehearsal for invasion although the United States says they are defensive in nature. Keep in mind, north korea said the u. S. Pushed the situation to the point where nuclear war could break out anytime. China suggested the military drills should not happen. If the u. S. Holds the military drills, potentially north korea could suspend of the missile program. It is not a new situation or suggestion and not one that the u. S. Welcomes. Dave and alison. Great reporting. Lets bring in tal kopan live in washington this morning. Good morning, dave and alison. Lets stay on the sub
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