Overview

• The South Korean Army conducted its first nighttime live-fire drills in a maritime buffer zone near the Northern Limit Line since July 2024.
• Approximately 300 troops from the Third Corps participated in the April 16-17 exercise in Goseong County, 160 kilometers northeast of Seoul.
• The drills featured advanced weaponry, including K9A1 howitzers, Chunmoo rocket launchers, counter-battery radar, and UAVs, firing 600 rounds into the East Sea.
• The exercise demonstrated a streamlined detection-to-engagement process, simulating responses to potential enemy provocations.
• Safety guidelines were shared with the local community and implemented in coordination with the Coast Guard to ensure a secure operation.