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Xavier Brunson
Coverage of Xavier Brunson in the Nexus archive.
- US general’s ‘dagger’ remark tests South Korea’s China balancing act
A US general's description of South Korea as a 'dagger in the heart of Asia' targeting China sparked backlash from Beijing and Seoul. The remarks by General Xavier Brunson in a podcast interview highlighted tensions in US-South Korea alignment with China. South Korea's presidential office acknowledged the comments but did not elaborate further.
- China slams US commander’s ‘dagger’ label for South Korea
China has criticized USFK Commander Xavier Brunson for labeling South Korea a 'dagger' and Japan a 'shield' in countering China's regional influence. The remarks come amid US efforts to expand its South Korea-based military presence across the Indo-Pacific, which Beijing perceives as containment.