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She dismissed the concern by asserting that North Korea has experienced “a shower of fire,” metaphorically comparing the balloon incident to a fiery barrage, though her comments appeared to downplay the seriousness of the situation. She also notably referred to the contents of the balloons—garbage and human waste—with a dismissive tone.
International and Regional Implications
This bizarre and provocative act underscores the fragile state of inter-Korean relations and the volatility of the Korean Peninsula. While South Korea condemns the balloons as violations of international law and security threats, North Korea justifies the launches as a form of resistance against foreign influence and suppression.