Following South Korea's removal of border loudspeakers used for anti-North Korean propaganda, North Korea has reportedly begun removing its own speakers. This action comes after months of irritating broadcasts from both sides. The move is seen as a step toward easing tensions between the two countries, although the extent of the North's removal remains unclear. The South's decision followed a policy shift by the new liberal president, Lee Jae Myung. However, tensions could rise again with upcoming joint US-South Korea military exercises.

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