Drone row deepens inter-Korean tensions
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Moneycontrol10-01-2026, 15:50

North Korea Accuses South of Drone Incursions, Warns of 'Dear Price'

  • North Korea's military accused South Korea of flying drones across the border this week, warning of consequences.
  • South Korea denied the accusation, stating it did not operate drones during the specified times and doesn't possess the claimed types.
  • North Korea claimed its forces used electronic warfare to bring down a South Korean drone on Sunday and another on September 27.
  • The alleged drones were equipped with cameras and contained video data on major objects in North Korea.
  • South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has sought to restore ties, even asking Chinese President Xi Jinping to mediate, but North Korea has rebuffed overtures.

Why It Matters: North Korea accuses South Korea of drone incursions, escalating tensions despite South's denial and peace efforts.

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