North Korean Man Crosses Border into South Korea
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A North Korean man crossed the heavily fortified border into South Korea and is now in custody. The South Korean military detected and guided him safely from the Demilitarized Zone. Authorities will investigate, but haven't confirmed if it was a defection. The incident follows recent border tensions, including propaganda exchanges and previous border crossings by North Korean troops. South Korea's new president seeks to rebuild trust with the North, contrasting with the previous government's approach.
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