South Korea kicks off its largest annual exercise on countering North Korea

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November 17, 2025

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South Korea kicks off its largest annual exercise on countering North Korea

South Korea kicked off its largest annual field exercise on Monday, with U.S. forces set to join parts of the training traditionally aimed at countering North Korean threats.

The Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) said the 2025 Hoguk exercise will run through Friday and is designed to “enhance joint operational capabilities and strengthen overall military readiness.”

South Korea kicked off its largest annual field exercise on Monday, with U.S. forces set to join parts of the training traditionally aimed at countering North Korean threats.

The Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) said the 2025 Hoguk exercise will run through Friday and is designed to “enhance joint operational capabilities and strengthen overall military readiness.”

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