South Korea has called on North Korea to clear additional landmines found along the southern side of the heavily fortified border between the two nations, raising concerns over safety near the tense military demarcation line. The request follows reports of newly detected explosives in a region already known for its hazardous conditions, where past mining has led to deadly incidents. Authorities emphasize the need for demining efforts to prevent accidents and reduce tensions in an area where even minor provocations can escalate regional instability. The development underscores ongoing challenges in maintaining peace along one of the world’s most heavily militarized frontiers.
Seoul has urged Pyongyang to remove any other mines planted on the southern side of the military demarcation line.
