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South Korea Resumes K-pop Loudspeaker Broadcasts in Response to North Korean Trash Balloons

Jun 9, 2024, 08:40 AM

South Korea has announced the resumption of loudspeaker broadcasts directed at North Korea. This decision comes as a response to recent provocations by North Korea, including the launch of trash balloons. The broadcasts, which will include psychological warfare and K-pop music, are part of South Korea's strategy to counter North Korean actions. The National Security Council (NSC) is set to discuss further responses to the North Korean provocations. The loudspeaker broadcasts have already begun near the border. South Korea denounced North Korea's actions during ASEAN meetings, and Seoul has confirmed the resumption of these broadcasts.