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"There will be a fortress": North Korea explained why they blew up the road
On October 15, North Korean troops blew up a road leading to the south of the Korean Peninsula. The first section ran from the city of Kaesong to Paju, South Korea, and the second section ran to the city of Donghae.
The explosion prompted return fire from South Korean troops. It is worth noting that the road was built using South Korean loans worth about $133 million, Yonhap reports.
North Korea has thus completely cut off road and rail links with South Korea. The Korean Central News Agency issued a statement explaining the North Korean government's decision.
"This is an inevitable and legitimate measure based on the requirements of the Constitution, which defines the Republic of Korea as a completely hostile country, and the grave security situation that is leading us to the brink of an unpredictable war due to serious military and political provocations." "This was caused by hostile forces," the statement said. It was reported that the entire southern border could be turned into a fortress.
Recall that on October 15, President Vladimir Putin submitted to the State Duma a bill on ratification of the partnership agreement with North Korea. This also implies the possibility of cross-border military support.