Kang Shin-cheol, the Minister of National Defense, visited the National Military Medical Center on September 23 to comfort soldiers and their families who were injured in a suspected mine explosion along the western front.
During his meeting with the injured soldiers and their guardians, Minister Kang stated, "You are true heroes for sustaining injuries while trying to save your comrades during operations. I will take full responsibility for your treatment and support."
He also urged medical staff to do their utmost to ensure that the soldiers receive stable treatment and recover fully.
The commander of the search battalion, who is currently recovering after surgery, reportedly inquired about the well-being of his fellow soldiers who were also involved in the operation, despite being in a difficult situation himself.
The Ministry of National Defense plans to continuously monitor the recovery of the soldiers and ensure that necessary support is provided until they can return to their daily lives.
Meanwhile, at around 10:50 a.m. on September 21, an explosion, believed to be caused by a mine, occurred during a search route clearing operation south of the Military Demarcation Line (MDL) in the DMZ, injuring three military personnel. The military intends to investigate the exact cause of the explosion and the circumstances surrounding the incident in collaboration with the United Nations Command.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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