Lieutenant General Chun In-Bum

“Restricting readiness testing for political gestures weakens joint counter-measures and undermines deterrence precisely as the adversary's battlefield proficiency expands,”

Lieutenant General Chun In-Bum · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-20

Chun warned that reducing exercises for political reasons weakens deterrence as North Korea's capabilities grow.

“scaling back joint exercises like Ulchi Freedom Shield while North Korean troops gain combat experience in Ukraine creates a dangerous operational disconnect.”

Lieutenant General Chun In-Bum · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-20

Chun commented on the risk of reduced joint exercises given North Korea's growing combat experience in Ukraine.