Overview

• A South Korean soldier accidentally discharged a single round from a K6 heavy machine gun at the inter-Korean border on April 23, 2025.
• The incident occurred at a guard post in the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) in Cheorwon County, approximately 70 kilometers north of Seoul.
• South Korean officials believe the bullet did not cross into North Korean territory, as it was slowed by a reinforced door.
• The South Korean military promptly informed North Korea of the mistake through loudspeaker broadcasts to prevent any misunderstanding.
• No unusual military activity has been detected from North Korea since the incident, according to South Korean officials.