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First hearing on integrated military academy devolves into 'barking dogs' versus 'gangsters'

Alumni and cadets fiercely opposed Korea's plan to unify Army, Navy and Air Force academies at the first public hearing.

2026.8.26

Two Sri Lankans granted long-term work visas for rescuing Air Force pilots in 2022 crash

Two Sri Lankan fishermen who helped save Air Force pilots after a 2022 Yellow Sea crash received longer-term visas recognizing their lifesaving actions.

2026.8.21

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Supreme Court upholds five-year term for Air Force colonel in rape case

The colonel was convicted of attempting to rape and injuring a junior female officer under his command in 2024.

2026.8.13

Is the goal of merging military academies to punish the Army? (KOR)

President Lee’s comments about past coups undercut the stated goal of integrating military academies and raised concerns about weakening the Army for political reasons.

2026.8.6

Is the goal of merging military academies to punish the Army?

President Lee’s comments about past coups undercut the stated goal of integrating military academies and raised concerns about weakening the Army for political reasons.

2026.8.5

Seoul, Washington begin joint underwater search for U.S. aircraft downed in Korean War

The operations in Gangwon, involving some 40 personnel, will attempt to retrieve a fighter and transporter that went down in 1952.

2026.8.3

Korean Air Force to join major multinational air drills in Australia

Korea will send KF-16 jets, tankers and about 100 troops to Australia's Pitch Black exercise to strengthen interoperability with partner nations.

2026.7.14

Korea, U.S. begin talks on relocating Gwangju Air Base for semiconductor cluster

Seoul and Washington have started consultations on relocating the base to make way for a semiconductor cluster while preserving joint military readiness.

2026.7.10

Newly commissioned military soldiers pose for a photograph during a commissioning ceremony held in South Chungcheong on Feb. 20.

Cadets push back on military academy merger over 'erosion of expertise'

The Defense Ministry's plan to consolidate all schools into one institution has fueled a debate among current and former students over preparation and competitiveness.

2026.7.6

Korea's KF-21 fighter jet passes gov't-led flight safety evaluation

Korea’s first homegrown fighter jet cleared the government’s airworthiness certification ahead of initial Air Force deliveries this year.

2026.6.16