Explosion injures 3 South Korean military officers inside DMZ bordering North Korea

Three South Korean military officers were injured in an explosion on Monday while conducting an unspecified operation within the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) that separates North and South Korea. South Korea’s Defense Ministry confirmed the incident occurred at the heavily fortified border region.

While the exact cause of the blast remains under investigation, reports indicate the explosion was triggered by a landmine. The incident highlights the ongoing risks associated with the border area, which remains one of the most heavily militarized zones in the world.