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South Korea removes border propaganda speakers to ease tensions

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The previous conservative government started playing daily broadcasts last June in retaliation for North Korea flying trash-filled balloons to its neighbour.

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  • South Korea begins dismantling propaganda speakers at the border.
  • The action is part of efforts by the new liberal government to reduce tensions. 8s
  • North Korea is also removing its own loudspeakers. 14s
  • The speakers had been reactivated by the previous government in response to North Korean balloon launches. 34s
  • North Korea has not commented on South Korea's decision. 44s
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