Tensions Between North And South Korea Continue

South Korean sailors from Second Fleet Command during a drill targeting North Korean infiltration in seas off Taean on Thursday. Pool photograph by Song Kyeong-Seok

Tensions Rise At The DMZ Between North Korea And South Korea -- Christian Science Monitor

North Korea nullified Thursday all agreements with South Korea designed to prevent an escalation of war along the DMZ between the North and South. Our reporter visits the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) – the 2.5 mile wide buffer zone – amid the rising tensions.

The South Korean army lieutenant had an unusual reminder for tourists Thursday after a briefing by tour guides on the proper way to behave at this historic “truce village” perched between North and South Korea.

“Tension is high,” says Lt. Han, not revealing his last name, as he faces an audience dominated by Japanese and Chinese tourists. “Please do as you're told and do not stand in front of soldiers.”

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More News On Tensions Between North And South Korea

South Korean Navy Holds Border Anti - Sub Drills -- New York Times/Reuters
South Korea stages show of military force -- The Telegraph
In Korea, a semi-hopeful sign -- Washington Post
U.S. Stands With an Ally, Eager for China to Join the Line -- New York Times
China not assigning blame in South Korea sinking -- AP
US Sees China Turning Critical of North Korea -- Voice of America
US pressures China to condemn North Korea 'aggression' -- BBC
S. Korea mulls shake-up of military leadership over ship sinking -- Yonhap News Agency
Two of four elusive N. Korean subs return after routine drill: source -- Yonhap News Agency
North Korea to Suspend Naval Hot Line With South -- New York Times
Analysis: North Korea tests U.S. policy of 'strategic patience' -- Washington Post