South Korean Navy

S. Korea to Hold Military Drill on Countering N. Korean Drones

The South Korean military is set to hold a joint air defense exercise focused on countering North Korean drone threats.

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South Korean Navy Receives 8,200-Ton Aegis Destroyer

South Korea's Navy has taken delivery of its 8,200-ton Aegis destroyer lead ship from HD Hyundai Heavy Industries.

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S. Korea Navy Demos First Gray Eagle Drone Ship-to-Shore Flight

For the first time, a General Atomics Gray Eagle drone has launched from a South Korean amphibious assault ship and landed at a ground base.

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South Korea to Deploy Domestic Infrared Smoke Canisters in 2025

South Korea’s military will deploy domestic infrared-shielding smoke canisters by 2025, as part of a 7.5-billion-won ($5.5 million) deal.

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S. Korean Military to Ban iPhones, Smartwatches Over Security Concerns

South Korea will prohibit the use of iPhones and smart wearable devices inside military buildings due to increasing security concerns.

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Babcock to Equip S. Korean Jangbogo-III Submarine With Weapons System

Defense firm Babcock has signed a contract to manufacture and install advanced capabilities for South Korea's Jangbogo-III class submarines.

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South Korea to Develop AI-Based Naval Mine Detection System

South Korea’s Hanwha Systems is looking to enhance the country’s naval mine detection capability by developing a new system that leverages artificial intelligence.

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South Korea Conducts First Domestic SM-2 Ship-to-Air Missile Test 

The South Korean Navy has conducted its first domestic maritime missile live-fire test in the East Sea, also called the Sea of Japan.

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