Defense chief says DMZ blast 'clear' violation of armistice agreement

South Korea's defense chief, Kang Shin-chul, declared that recent landmine explosions within the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) constitute a clear violation of the armistice agreement. Seoul stated that the blasts, which resulted in injuries to three South Korean soldiers, were instigated by North Korea.

The incident, which occurred last week according to statements released on Tuesday, directly impacts security along the heavily fortified border. Officials have formally attributed responsibility for the landmine detonations to Pyongyang, framing the event as a breach of the ongoing military truce.