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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 28, 2026Miami-Dade

U.S., South Korea, and Japan to conduct Freedom Edge military exercise

The U.S., South Korea, and Japan will hold the 'Freedom Edge' trilateral military exercise starting September 7 for five days off the coast of Jeju Island. The drill aims to improve joint ballistic missile defense, anti-submarine warfare, and surveillance capabilities in response to North Korean nuclear and missile threats.

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Why It Matters

This exercise represents a continued commitment to military cooperation in the Pacific, despite North Korea's stated opposition and recent missile launches.

Key Facts

  • The Freedom Edge exercise is scheduled to begin on September 7, 2024, and last for five days.
  • The exercise will take place in waters off South Korea's southern Jeju Island.
  • The drill involves simultaneous air and naval operations.
  • Primary objectives include improving joint ballistic missile defense, anti-submarine warfare, and surveillance capabilities.
  • The Freedom Edge exercise was first launched in 2024.
  • North Korea recently launched approximately 10 short-range ballistic missiles in response to previous military drills.
  • The U.S. and South Korea recently ended their 'Ulchi Freedom Shield' exercise six days earlier than planned.
  • North Korea's Foreign Ministry has threatened a 'serious, immediate and powerful response' to perceived U.S. hostilities.

Who's Mentioned

locationJeju Island“Location off the coast where the exercise will take place.”personKim Jong Un“Leader of North Korea.”otherUlchi Freedom Shield“A separate annual U.S.-South Korea military exercise.”otherFreedom Edge“The name of the trilateral military exercise.”personDonald Trump“Former U.S. President who previously ordered reductions to bilateral drills.”