North Korea launches new wave of "garbage balloons" toward South Korea

Tensions between North and South Korea have escalated significantly since May 28, when North Korea began launching thousands of balloons carrying trash, including human waste, across the border. In response, South Korea has suspended a fragile military deal with the North and vowed to take "unbearable" retaliatory steps. The suspension allows Seoul to resume large-scale military training near the border and restart propaganda broadcasts. Additionally, South Korea has warned it may resume propaganda broadcasts into the North if necessary.

According to recent reports, North Korea has launched additional trash-carrying balloons towards South Korea. The exact number of balloons detected or landed in South Korea is unclear, as the Defense Ministry did not immediately comment on the matter. The military has advised citizens not to touch suspected objects from North Korea and instead report them to military or police offices.