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Defense Minister confirms the viability of Operational Control (OPCON) transfer from the US to South Korea.

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The latest in this situation

  1. Lee's OPCON push is seen as potentially dismantling USFK and giving China a strategic advantage.
  2. Allies discussed defense and the roadmap for transferring Operational Control (OPCON) to South Korea.
  3. Changing requirements are hindering the completion of the US-South Korea OPCON transfer negotiations.
  4. OPCON transfer discussions are ongoing to strengthen the alliance.

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Defense Minister confirms the viability of Operational Control (OPCON) transfer from the US to South Korea.

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  1. Lee's OPCON push is seen as potentially dismantling USFK and giving China a strategic advantage.1 source
  2. Allies discussed defense and the roadmap for transferring Operational Control (OPCON) to South Korea.1 source
  3. Changing requirements are hindering the completion of the US-South Korea OPCON transfer negotiations.1 source
  4. OPCON transfer discussions are ongoing to strengthen the alliance.1 source
  5. Drills focus on contingencies against North Korea while US is cautious about OPCON push.1 source
  6. Pete Hegseth and others discussed seeking the Operational Control (OPCON) transfer from the United States on May 26, 2026.Sub-event
  7. Defense Minister confirms the viability of Operational Control (OPCON) transfer from the US to South Korea.1 source
  8. Lee Jae Myung is spearheading South Korea's defense modernization and seeking OPCON transfer.1 source

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