Unwanted Air Mail: North Korean Balloons Over Seoul

South Korea reports North Korean trash-laden balloons falling on the presidential compound in Seoul. This Cold War-style tactic resumed in May, causing security concerns. Officials confirmed no hazardous materials were found. Experts believe North Korea lacks precision technology for targeting specific sites.

In a surprising turn of events, South Korea has reported that trash carried by a North Korean balloon has landed on the presidential compound in central Seoul. This incident marks the second occurrence since North Korea resumed this Cold War-era tactic in late May, aimed at psychological warfare.

The South Korean presidential security service stated that the debris, which fell on Thursday morning, contained no hazardous objects. Despite the absence of dangerous materials, the situation has heightened security concerns about the vulnerability of critical South Korean facilities.

In a similar incident in July, at least one balloon's rubbish landed on the compound, though it was confirmed that the material was not harmful. Experts suggest that North Korea might not possess the advanced technology needed to accurately target specific locations with these balloons.

(With inputs from agencies.)