Seoul returns six North Koreans with 'strong desire' to go back
Summary
South Korea sent back six North Koreans who accidentally crossed into South Korean waters earlier in 2023. These individuals had expressed their wish to return home, and this repatriation marks the first under President Lee Jae-myung's administration.Key Facts
- Six North Koreans drifted into South Korean waters and wanted to return to North Korea.
- Two of them had been in the South since March, staying for four months.
- The other four drifted across a disputed maritime border in May.
- This repatriation is the first under South Korean President Lee Jae-myung.
- Communication between North and South Korea has been cut off since April 2023.
- North Korean patrol boats were seen at the handover, suggesting quiet coordination.
- These individuals may face interrogation upon returning to North Korea.
- In the past, South and North Korea would coordinate to return individuals via the land border.
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