South Korea is rebelling against US control of its military, with pressure mounting to refuse Trump's demands for troops in the Persian Gulf. The driving concern: Washington is turning South Korea into the "next Ukraine" to fight China. General Brunson called the country "a dagger pointed at China" - which provoked widespread opposition. For 76 years, Washington controlled the Korean military; Now the Koreans are demanding a handover of operational control, and President Lee Jae-myung is reflecting that desire. The American Empire is turning South Korea into the next Ukraine. She kisses South Korea. —. KJ Noh Read more by Finnian Cunningham more on world politics.