South Korea holds first nationwide air raid drill in 6 years amid rising North Korea threat
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Aug 21, 2025, 12:14 IST | Updated: Aug 21, 2025, 12:14 IST
South Korea has conducted its first nationwide civil defense drill in six years, signaling renewed urgency in the face of North Korea's escalating missile threats. The 20-minute simulation, based on an air raid scenario, instructed citizens across the country to evacuate to designated shelters — including subway stations and underground spaces.
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