Blue House: "No Issues With Deterrence Against North Korea Regardless of US Forces Korea Redeployment"

In Response to Reports of Strategic Asset Redeployment to the Middle East,

"Not Appropriate for the Government to Comment"

"South Korea and the US Will Maintain Close Communication and Cooperation"

Daily Meetings Held to Assess the Mi

The Blue House stated, in response to reports that USFK strategic assets are being deployed to the Middle East, "Regardless of whether some USFK assets are being moved overseas, there is absolutely no problem with our deterrence against North Korea, given the level of our military strength, the scale of our defense spending, the capabilities of our defense industry, and the high morale of our troops."

On December 29, 2025, as President Lee Jae-myung arrived at the Blue House, the official era of the Blue House began again after 3 years and 7 months, with the phoenix flag being raised at the Blue House in Seoul. Photo by Jo Yongjun

On March 11, the Blue House said, "It is not appropriate for our government to comment on the operation of military assets between South Korea and the United States," adding, "Both countries are committed to maintaining a strong combined defense posture to contribute to peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula and in the region. South Korea and the United States will continue close communication and cooperation."

The Blue House also requested restraint from the press regarding sensitive military reports, such as the movement of USFK strategic assets. It stated, "Please keep in mind that excessive related reporting and speculative articles are undesirable in terms of our security interests, the safety of our citizens overseas, international defense cooperation, and our relationships with key Middle Eastern countries."

Following reports that USFK air defense weapons are being sent to the Middle East after the US and Israel's airstrikes against Iran, the Blue House has maintained a consistent stance that it is not appropriate for the government to respond, thereby managing the situation. On March 10, The Washington Post also reported that part of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system is being moved to the Middle East.

The Blue House is currently holding daily meetings on the Middle East situation to respond accordingly. At daily meetings chaired by Chief Presidential Secretary Kang Hunsil, related issues are discussed. The National Security Office is reportedly monitoring developments in the Middle East on an ongoing basis. The Office of the Chief for Economic Growth is monitoring the energy supply situation, including oil and gas, while the Office of the Chief for Social Affairs is checking on support for the return of Korean nationals residing in the Middle East.

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