The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) has reported the discovery of a South Korean drone within Pyongyang, escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula. According to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), the drone resembles a military unmanned aerial vehicle showcased during South Korea's Armed Forces Day parade.
Discovered on October 13 by the Pyongyang Municipal Security Bureau during a search operation, the drone is identified as a lightweight, long-range reconnaissance model owned by the South Korean military. Key features, including its shape and a leaflet-scattering box, suggest it may have been used to disperse leaflets over central Pyongyang, though this remains unconfirmed.
In response to the discovery, the DPRK has reinforced anti-air observation posts and maintained full combat readiness among its artillery units near the border. The DPRK has warned that any further violations of its airspace by South Korean military means will be deemed a severe military provocation, potentially leading to immediate retaliatory actions.
South Korea, represented by the Republic of Korea (ROK) military, has denied sending any drones into North Korean territory, dismissing the DPRK's accusations as unfounded. This incident highlights the fragile state of inter-Korean relations and the ongoing military tensions between the two nations.
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DPRK says it discovered remains of a South Korean drone: KCNA
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