US sees OPCON transfer as chance to boost South Korea's warfighting capability

A senior US defense official, Colby, stated that the ongoing OPCON (wartime operational control) transfer process is viewed as an opportunity to enhance South Korea's warfighting capability. The statement signals continued US commitment to the transition timeline despite regional security challenges. The exact timeline and conditions for full transfer remain uncertain, but the framing suggests a positive, capability-building approach rather than a withdrawal of US support.