09 Nov 2024 | 05:38 AM UTC
South Korea: Alleged signal jamming by Pyongyang impacts air and maritime traffic across the Yellow Sea as of Nov. 9
South Korea alleges signal jamming attacks by North Korea disrupting air and maritime traffic across Yellow Sea as of Nov. 9.
South Korean officials claimed GPS jamming by North Korea is causing air and maritime disruptions across the Yellow Sea as of Nov. 9. Authorities reported similar disruptions Nov. 5 and 8, stating that the actions originated from the Haeju and Kaesong areas of North Korea. The action has reportedly impacted dozens of civilian aircraft and multiple ships, though military operations remain unaffected. Similar disruptions may recur or last for prolonged periods in the coming days. Additional projectile launches by North Korea are also possible over the coming weeks, potentially exacerbating flight and shipping disruptions.
Reconfirm flights and shipping schedules if operating in the affected area. Heed all official instructions, including embassy advisories.
North Korea recently conducted missile launches on Sept. 18 and Oct. 31. The Oct. 31 missile launch is notable for having the longest known flight time of North Korea's missile launches, lasting 86 minutes. The recent missile testing comes after North Korea detonated explosions to destroy roads connecting to South Korea Oct. 15, prompting the South Korean military to fire warning shots near the Military Demarcation Line.
North Korea's recent actions do not indicate a prelude to armed conflict; rather, they are in line with South Korean officials' prediction of increased provocation by North Korea ahead of, and immediately after the US presidential election. North Korea will likely continue projectile launches and other limited provocations like cyberattacks in the coming months. However, both sides will likely avoid any actions that could escalate into a full-scale conflict.
