The United Nations Command announced that a joint field investigation conducted with South Korean military personnel on September 21 determined that a mine explosion incident in the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) constituted a violation of the armistice agreement.
On September 30, the UN Command stated, "During the investigation, one North Korean anti-personnel mine was discovered in the area south of the Military Demarcation Line (MDL) on the South Korean side." It added, "Based on the investigation results, we have concluded that a violation of the armistice agreement has occurred, and we are taking actions in accordance with the established armistice framework." However, specific details of the actions taken were not disclosed.
The UN Command emphasized, "We remain committed to maintaining and implementing the armistice agreement, ensuring stability on the Korean Peninsula, and preventing escalation of tensions."
Earlier, on September 29, South Korean military and UN personnel conducted a joint investigation at the incident site, where they found another North Korean anti-personnel mine near the explosion site. The Joint Chiefs of Staff assessed that this mine was different from the one reported by soldiers who witnessed the incident.
The mine explosion occurred on September 21 while South Korean troops were clearing a search route within the DMZ, resulting in injuries to three soldiers.
Meanwhile, Kim Yo-jong, Deputy Director of the Workers' Party of Korea, claimed the incident was a 'self-made drama' by Seoul, denying any responsibility from North Korea.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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