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A South Korean policeman takes part in an anti-terror drill as part of the Ulchi Freedom Guardian exercise in Seoul, South Korea, August 22, 2017.

South Koreans used to brush off talk of war. Now, they’re getting worried.

November 2, 2017Conflict

In South Korea, people are starting to talk with family members about what would happen if war broke out between the US and North Korea.

U.S. President Donald Trump on stage at a rally in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania this weekend.

100 days in, world leaders are still wondering if there’s any reason to Trump’s antics

May 1, 2017Conflict

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