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North Korea Destroys Inter-Korean Roads; South Korea Fires Warning Shots

Oct 15, 2024, 05:41 AM

North Korea has blown up parts of inter-Korean roads and rail lines, including sections of the Gyeongui and Donghae lines, on Tuesday, according to South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff. The roads, located north of the Military Demarcation Line, were destroyed amid escalating tensions following North Korea's accusations that South Korea flew drones over Pyongyang. In response to the demolition, South Korea's military fired warning shots and increased surveillance and readiness. The destruction is seen as a symbolic display of anger from North Korea, further straining relations between the two countries.