The South Korean military has conducted drills to strengthen its air defense after failing to intercept North Korean drones that violated the South's airspace.
Criticism has mounted after the military missed five drones that crossed the military demarcation line between the two countries on Monday.
South Korean military helicopters and other aircraft attempted to shoot them down by firing more than 100 rounds, without success.
On Thursday, the military conducted drills involving its air force and army near Seoul under the hypothetical scenario of drone infiltrations.
The Joint Chiefs of Staff said about 20 aircraft, including attack helicopters, were mobilized, and they practiced detecting, identifying, tracing and intercepting the drones.
The military also released photos showing ground troops taking part in the drills. It said the soldiers practiced intercepting drones with autocannons and surface-to-air missiles.
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol on Thursday called for punishment and retaliation against what he called "acts violating our freedom." He said this is the only means to deter provocations.
Criticism has mounted after the military missed five drones that crossed the military demarcation line between the two countries on Monday.
South Korean military helicopters and other aircraft attempted to shoot them down by firing more than 100 rounds, without success.
On Thursday, the military conducted drills involving its air force and army near Seoul under the hypothetical scenario of drone infiltrations.
The Joint Chiefs of Staff said about 20 aircraft, including attack helicopters, were mobilized, and they practiced detecting, identifying, tracing and intercepting the drones.
The military also released photos showing ground troops taking part in the drills. It said the soldiers practiced intercepting drones with autocannons and surface-to-air missiles.
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol on Thursday called for punishment and retaliation against what he called "acts violating our freedom." He said this is the only means to deter provocations.
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South Korean military conducts drills to enhance air defense following failed interception of North Korean drones breaching South's airspace. Criticism ensued after five drones crossed the border unchallenged on Monday. Military used over 100 rounds without success, then conducted drills near
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20221230_07/
Date: Dec. 30, 2022
Created: 2022/12/30 12:23
Updated: 2025/12/09 09:49
Last Read: 2022/12/30 19:17