North Korea appears flustered by South's DMZ findings, Seoul says

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North Korea appears to be taken aback by South Korea's findings on a DMZ blast and its mine-clearing operations, South Korea's defense minister said. Defense Minister Kang Shin-chul said the demining operation at the site is under way. The two Koreas remain technically at war, and the DMZ demarcation line and surrounding area are being cleared of landmines and other explosives. The remarks suggest rising tensions along the heavily fortified border.

Why it matters：Any friction along the DMZ raises the risk of miscalculation on the Korean Peninsula, a perennial global security flashpoint.

Key points

  • South Korea's defense minister said the North appears flustered.
  • The DMZ demarcation line and surroundings are being cleared of mines.
  • The two Koreas remain technically at war.

Sources (original reporting)

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