Pyongyang, First Published Jan 4, 2022, 5:31 PM IST
More information has emerged about a man who made an adventurous escape from South Korea to North Korea after crossing the border with a gunfight. It is learned that the man, who arrived in South Korea on the same route last year, returned the same way a year later. The preliminary conclusion is that this is due to imperfection. It is suspected that he was a North Korean spy. However, the return of a man seeking asylum in North Korea to South Korea has sparked much debate. The primary assessment is that the return is due to the lack of conditions for asylum seekers to live in peace.
On Saturday, the South Korean military noticed a man crossing the Korean border. This is the most dangerous border in the world. Troops patrolled on both sides at all times. Landmines have been scattered along the walkway. 24-hour camera surveillance and aerial surveillance. Yet many cross the border into North Korea every year.
North Korea, a communist country, is experiencing severe famine and starvation. Dictatorship has prevailed here for decades. This is why people venture into South Korea, a rich country where democracy exists. Some go back because they are not given adequate facilities and consideration. As of 2012, 30 people have reportedly returned to North Korea. It is known that such a person crossed the border on Saturday.
As soon as the information came out that someone had crossed the border under mysterious circumstances, the South Korean military launched a large-scale investigation. It was discovered that the North Korean, who arrived the same way last year, had returned. The 30-year-old made the adventurous journey from North Korea to South Korea via China. After that, he made a living by doing small jobs. According to various news sources, he was in a difficult situation due to lack of facilities. Archyde.com reports that he did not have much contact with his neighbors. The South China Morning Post reports that he was a gymnast. The Straits Times reported that the man threw his belongings on the street the day before he left. Neighbors also reported seeing new beds and household items dumped in the trash.
It is alleged that the ambassador provided the information to Hussein. Critics say the authorities are often unwilling to guarantee a good job or provide security of life.
No further information has been received about the man who crossed the border. Authorities say he is unlikely to escape. Observers say either the North Korean military or the South Korean military may have shot and killed him. But South Korean sources say they have asked North Korea not to harm him. However, there has been no response to this.
Last Updated Jan 4, 2022 at 5:31 PM IST
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