Alarm in South Korea as Iran dispute with Trump shakes a 72-year alliance
- Posted on August 20, 2026
- By Al Jazeera
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South Korea faces growing uncertainty as escalating tensions between Iran and the Trump administration threaten the stability of its decades-long alliance with the United States. The diplomatic crisis raises concerns about regional security, potential military involvement, and economic implications for Seoul. As the Trump administration adopts a more confrontational stance toward Iran, South Korean officials grapple with balancing their strategic partnership with Washington while protecting national interests and maintaining regional stability in East Asia.
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