Two South Korean soldiers were injured in an explosion at the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) today, according to local media.

The explosion occurred at 7.40 AM at Yeonchon, in Gyeonggi Province on the western side of the DMZ.

The cause of the blast is suspected to be a landmine, with both soldiers taken to hospital with leg injuries.

“I am very sad about the unfortunate accident that took place during an operation,” Kim said in a regular briefing. “What appeared to be a mine explosion took place, but due to the speedy response on the site, their conditions are not life-threatening,” Defense