South Korea's Missile Defense Dilemma Amid US Redeployments (warontherocks.com)

• US redeploys THAAD and Patriot batteries from South Korea to the Middle East.
• South Korea questions alliance trust and reliability.
• Seoul may need to develop independent missile defense or negotiate a stronger role.

"The US is redeploying THAAD and Patriot systems from South Korea to the Middle East, seeking strategic flexibility. This move raises alliance trust concerns and prompts Seoul to consider enhancing its own missile defense capabilities. The article analyzes options including indigenous development or deeper US cooperation."