North Korean anthem played for South Korea at Asian Games

Organizers at the Asian Games in Japan issued an apology after playing the North Korean national anthem during a ceremony for the South Korean men's hockey team. The error occurred during a medal or recognition event, causing a mix-up between the two nations' anthems.

The incident highlights the ongoing geopolitical sensitivity surrounding the two Koreas, which remain technically at war. While the event was characterized as an administrative mistake by organizers, such occurrences are notable given the historical and political tensions between the North and South.