December 06, 2023
Analysis

N. Korea building possible military site close to Yeonpyeong-do

KPA artillery could be less than 5 km from South Korean island, increasing psychological effect

North Korea is constructing a military site on a small island close to Yeonpyeong-do, the South Korean news site TV Chosun reported Thursday.

According to South Korean military authorities, the DPRK's Korean People’s Army is constructing facilities on the small Yellow Sea island of Gal-do. North Korea may be constructing positions for coastal artillery and/or long-range artillery.