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S Korea suspends inter-Korean military agreement as tensions rise over N Korea’s launch of rubbish-carrying balloons.

North Korea's sending of garbage-filled balloons to South Korea sparks outrage and tensions, leading to disruptions and international condemnation.

South Korea has said it will “punish North Korea swiftly” if the North launches additional provocations

South Korea suspends military agreement with North Korea in response to recent provocations, enabling tougher responses and potential military drills.

South Korea pledges increased aid to Africa and collaboration on critical minerals and technology to strengthen trade ties and counter North Korea's destab...

North Korea's recent launches of trash-carrying balloons have sharply increased animosities with rival South Korea

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol says the country will expand development aid to Africa and pursue deeper cooperation with the region on critical minerals and technology

South Korea’s government has approved the suspension of a contentious military agreement with North Korea, a step that would allow it to take tougher responses to North Korean provocations

North Korea temporarily halts trash balloon deliveries to South Korea amid tensions, citing ongoing efforts to de-escalate.