North Korea Prepares Border Loudspeakers Amid Seoul Tensions

North Korea is preparing to deploy loudspeakers along its border with South Korea, with Pyongyang saying they will be on standby within days, India Global Review reported on October 22. The announcement signals preparations rather than confirmation that broadcasts have resumed.

The move follows Seoul's accusation that North Korea planted landmines that injured South Korean soldiers. Responsibility for the mines remains an allegation in the report, which does not establish it independently.

Both countries have previously used border loudspeakers to broadcast propaganda. Their prospective return adds to tensions on the Korean Peninsula.