North Korean Trash Balloons Disrupt South Korea, Raise Security Concerns

Hundreds of balloons carrying waste have landed in South Korea, including near the presidential office, prompting heightened security measures.

North Korea has launched over 3,000 trash-filled balloons into South Korea since May, with recent batches causing flight disruptions and fires.
A balloon landed on the South Korean presidential compound, leading to the deployment of chemical response teams, though no hazardous materials were found.
South Korea has resumed anti-Pyongyang propaganda broadcasts and live-fire drills in response to the balloon campaign.
The trash balloons are part of an ongoing propaganda war, with both Koreas using various methods to send messages across the border.
Authorities have warned citizens to avoid touching the balloons and report any sightings to the nearest military unit or police station.