South Korea Halts Peace Deal Amid North Korea's Retaliatory Balloon Campaign

South Korea Halts Peace Deal Amid North Korea's Retaliatory Balloon Campaign

South Korea has suspended a key peace agreement with North Korea following a series of balloon launches carrying trash and manure by the North. The decision, endorsed by South Korea's national security council, allows for resumed military exercises and defensive measures. This response follows North Korea's reaction to South Korean civilian campaigns involving leaflet-filled balloons.