BTS surprised fans with the announcement of their upcoming album release in Spring 2026 and plans for a new world tour. In a Weverse live session, RM confirmed that the group will start working on the album this month and will be heading to the United States for the preparation. The album will mark their first release in four years, following their 2022 anthology album "Proof." Additionally, BTS will embark on a world tour next year, promising to communicate with fans regularly through social media during their comeback preparations.