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South Korea and North Korea Halt Border Propaganda Broadcasts to Ease Tensions

Both North and South Korea have suspended loudspeaker broadcasts along their border as a measure to reduce military tensions and foster better relations.

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  • North and South Korea have ceased loudspeaker broadcasts aimed at each other near their border, marking a significant step towards reducing tensions.
  • South Korean President Lee Jae-myung initiated the suspension to build trust and restore peace in inter-Korean relations.
  • The decision to halt broadcasts is seen as a proactive measure to alleviate military tensions and ease the burden on residents in border areas.
  • The cessation of propaganda broadcasts has not elicited an immediate response from North Korea, indicating a potential shift in communication dynamics.
  • President Lee has committed to enhancing relations with North Korea by reopening communication channels and ceasing hostile broadcasts.

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Emphasizes the cessation of loudspeaker broadcasts by North and South Korea to ease tensions.

North Korea and South Korea have both ceased loudspeaker broadcasts targeting each other near the border.

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President Lee Jae-myung ordered the move to ease tension, build trust, restore trust in inter-Korean relations, and promote peace on the Korean Peninsula.

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Kang Yu-jung described the decision as a proactive step to reduce military tensions and ease the burden for South Koreans residing in border areas.

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North Korea has not yet responded to Seoul's actions.

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Lee promised to improve relations with Pyongyang, halt loudspeaker broadcasts, and reopen communication channels with North Korea during his election campaign.

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"…North Korea appears to have stopped loudspeakers near the border targeting South Korea, South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff said Thursday."

North Korea appears to follow the South in suspending loudspeaker broadcasts
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"…South Korea's military shut down loudspeakers broadcasting anti-North Korea propaganda along the inter-Korean border on Wednesday, marking the new liberal government's first concrete step toward easing tensions between the war-divided rivals."

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"…South Korea’s military shut down loudspeakers broadcasting anti-North Korea propaganda along the inter-Korean border on Wednesday, marking the new liberal government’s first concrete step toward easing tensions between the war-divided rivals."

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South Korea resumed loudspeaker broadcasts in response to North Korea's actions, such as flying balloons with propaganda materials over the border. This was part of a psychological warfare campaign that included retaliation against North Korea's growing nuclear ambitions and provocative actions.

South Korea's loudspeaker propaganda broadcasts began in 1962 as a response to North Korea's own broadcasts. The practice has been halted and resumed several times over the years, often in response to significant events or tensions between the two states.

The decision to halt loudspeaker broadcasts aligns with President Lee Jae-myung's campaign promises to improve relations with North Korea and reduce tensions. This move is part of a broader effort to restore trust and promote peace on the Korean Peninsula.

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