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Inter-Korean Diplomacy: South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung urged Pyongyang to hold direct talks to formally end the Korean War and discuss ways to curb North Korea’s nuclear advances, but North Korea stayed silent on the proposal over Liberation Day. North Korea-Russia Ties: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un told Vladimir Putin he is “proud” of deepening DPRK-Russia relations, as both sides reaffirmed cooperation amid Pyongyang’s military support for Moscow. Security Flashpoint: South Korea reported warning shots after North Korean troops briefly crossed the MDL, with the incident quickly resolved and no further unusual activity noted. US-ROK Drill Fallout: North Korea renewed criticism of the upcoming Ulchi Freedom Shield drills, warning of a “new level of deterrent,” while Trump also posted a friendly throwback photo with Kim. Defense Personnel Reform: Lee’s push to rethink officer training and integrate military academies sparked political backlash, with a Q&A spotlighting why the debate is heating up. Housing & Debt: Household credit is expected to top 2,000 trillion won for the first time, even as Seoul’s tax overhaul cools demand and leaves buyers constrained by loan curbs. Economy & Markets: KDI is set to revise its growth forecast, and the KOSPI’s rebound toward the 7,000 mark keeps investors watching semiconductors and sentiment. Trade Pressure: South Korea dismissed its chief trade negotiator amid mounting US tariff pressure, including new drone tariffs.

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