Military drills in Pocheon, South Korea, linked to upcoming South Korea-US joint exercises, resulted in eight Mk82 bombs falling outside the designated area. This incident injured fifteen people, with two suffering serious injuries. Local residents have longstanding grievances regarding military activities, expressing concern over safety and the impact on their community. The incident has revived discussions about the balance of military preparedness and civilian safety, reflecting the overarching tensions in the region regarding ongoing military exercises.
Fifteen people were injured in South Korea on Thursday after bombs dropped by fighter jets landed in a civilian district, damaging houses and a church during military exercises in Pocheon, the Air Force and the fire agency said.
The drills linked to upcoming South Korea-US joint exercises have faced resident protests for years, highlighting ongoing tensions surrounding military activities in civilian areas.
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