Blue House: "Investigation into North Korean Landmine Incident Incomplete... Difficult to Discuss Response Measures"

In response to question, "Were countermeasures for the DMZ incident discussed?"
Chief Spokesperson Kang: "It is difficult to comment at this time"

On September 29, the Blue House commented on the response measures for the landmine explosion accident in the Western Front Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), stating, "The investigation into the facts has not yet been completed," and added, "It is currently difficult to specify the level of response or detailed measures."

Kang Yoo-jung, Chief Presidential Spokesperson, addressed this at the afternoon press briefing at Chunchugwan, in response to a question regarding whether the countermeasures for the DMZ accident had been discussed. Kang stated, "Relevant matters are being reported and directed according to established protocols," and added, "Above all, the most important factor is a thorough investigation into the facts, and I believe it is appropriate for the Ministry of National Defense to respond to this issue."

President Lee Jae-myung drinks water at the Cabinet meeting held at the Blue House on the 29th. September 29, 2026. Photo by Yonhap News

Regarding President Lee's remarks at the Cabinet meeting earlier that day, saying, "I hope there will be no unfounded conspiracy theories that jeopardize national security," Chief Spokesperson Kang clarified, "He was not citing any specific examples." However, Kang added, "It is true that there have been a significant number of speculative reports," and further explained, "We are asking the media to refrain from reporting based on unverified facts and speculation."

Meanwhile, Minister of National Defense Kang Shin-chul stated at the full session of the National Defense Committee that day, "This case is a clear violation of the Armistice Agreement, and since North Korea is responsible, we will take appropriate measures," adding, "We have necessary countermeasures in place and will implement them step by step."

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