In Ganghwa Island, South Korea, the village of Dangsan-ri was deeply affected by a year-long loudspeaker conflict between North and South Korea. Residents, like Kim Ok-soon, described their fear from relentless noises initiating with North Korea's propaganda in retaliation for South Korea's broadcasts. Recently, new South Korean president Lee Jae Myung ordered an end to these broadcasts, prompting North Korea to reciprocate. This decision reflects a significant policy shift from Lee's predecessor, emphasizing peace and dialogue over military strength, aiming to alleviate tensions and rebuild inter-Korean trust.
The loudspeaker battle continued for a year, driving villagers of Dangsan-ri to live with unnerving noises day and night, transforming their tranquil life into chaos.
Lee Jae Myung's decision to turn off loudspeakers marked a significant pivot towards seeking peace through dialogue, contrasting starkly with his predecessor's more aggressive approach.
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