Tensions escalated between North and South Korea as Pyongyang accused Seoul of sending unmanned drones carrying propaganda leaflets to its airspace. North Korea issued a “final ultimatum” warning South Korea to stop the alleged provocations, claiming it could be considered a military attack.
South Korea’s Defense Minister denied the accusations, stating that they had not sent any drones into North Korea. Despite official denials, South Korean activists have a history of flying balloons with propaganda leaflets and currency over the border, angering Pyongyang.
In response to the alleged drone incursions, North Korea has retaliated by sending trash-filled balloons towards South Korea. The escalating tensions come after North Korea announced it would “permanently shut off and block the southern border” with South Korea.