😲 Tensions on the border line have spiked after the DPRK accused the Republic of Korea (ROK) military of a 'serious provocation.' According to the Korean Central News Agency, the ROK forces fired more than 10 warning shots at DPRK soldiers who were conducting a permanent barrier project near the southern border line.
🔍 The incident reportedly took place on Tuesday, when engineers and military personnel were working on a fixed barrier. The DPRK's senior officer described the warning shots as a dangerous escalation, like a scene straight out of a K-drama thriller with real stakes.
🤝 While official statements from the ROK side are still pending, this event adds to a series of recent border clashes. Both sides have long maintained a heavily guarded line, and any firing near this zone can trigger broader regional unease.
🌐 For young news enthusiasts and travelers, this serves as a reminder of how quickly border situations can shift—and why understanding each side's perspective is key to making sense of international tensions.
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DPRK says S. Korean military conducted 'serious provocation'
cgtn.com