North Korea Severs All Road and Rail Links with South Korea

Pyongyang fortifies its border, citing self-defense against perceived threats from South Korean and U.S. military activities.

North Korea announced plans to permanently block all road and railway connections with South Korea as a defensive measure.
The decision follows heightened tensions on the Korean Peninsula, with recent missile tests by North Korea and joint military exercises by South Korea and the U.S.
Kim Jong Un has labeled South Korea as North Korea's 'principal enemy,' marking a significant shift in inter-Korean relations.
South Korea's military has criticized the move, interpreting it as a sign of desperation from a struggling North Korean regime.
Analysts suggest the border fortification efforts may be a strategy to divert attention from North Korea's internal challenges.