Tensions Rise with Loudspeaker Broadcasts and Balloon Campaign Between North and South Korea

South Korea's military has resumed loudspeaker broadcasts directed at North Korea in response to a balloon campaign by Pyongyang. North Korea has been sending balloons with bags of trash to the South, which has led to increased tensions. The practice was previously halted by a 2018 peace agreement.

South Korea's military has launched a loudspeaker broadcast campaign directed at North Korea overnight in response to Pyongyang's balloon campaign, which involved sending trash in balloons to the South.

Since May, North Korea has been sending thousands of balloons with bags of trash that have caused property damage in South Korean civilian neighborhoods. In retaliation, South Korea resumed loudspeaker broadcasts, blaring propaganda, world news, and K-pop music.

North Korea has reacted angrily towards these broadcasts and the balloon campaign. Although stopped under a 2018 peace agreement, both sides have nullified the pact, escalating tensions.