For a similar crossing of the military demarcation line (DML) in a heavily fortified demilitarized zone (DMZ) occurred on Sunday, June 9.
The Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) notes in a statement that it treats this incident as an “ordinary, unintentional breach” of the DML on the central front. As explained group of 20-30 soldierswho performed unspecified work in the DMZ, entered approximately 20 m into the zone on the southern side.
At the same time, it was added that the incident took place in a different region than last time.
North Korea. They want to prevent escape to the South
The JCS official also said that North Korean soldiers recently suffered “many” casualties while working in the demilitarized zone as a result of landmine explosions.
The North Korean military is conducting various activities along the front lines, including deploying troops and plants land mines – explained the military man.
Such actions appear to be part of an effort to tightening border control and preventing Koreans from escaping from North Korea South.
– The South Korean military (…) is closely monitoring the activities of the North Korean military on the front line, as well works closely with the command UN the official said in a statement.
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