North Korea to Expel U.S. Soldier Who Illegally Entered the Country in July

A U.S. soldier who illegally entered the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (North Korea) in July will be expelled from the country, according to a statement from North Korea’s state-run media.

Travis King, 23, crossed the heavily armed border on July 18 during a tour of the demilitarized zone between North and South Korea. According to the statement, King confessed to illegally entering the country and said he did so because he was disillusioned with the inhumane treatment and racial discrimination he experienced in the army.

The relevant agency of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea decided to deport King in accordance with the laws of the Republic, the statement said. The statement did not specify when King would be expelled.

King’s illegal entry into North Korea has raised questions about the security of the demilitarized zone between North and South Korea. The incident has also sparked a debate about the treatment of U.S. soldiers, with some arguing that King’s actions were a result of the inhumane treatment and racial discrimination he experienced in the army.

The incident has also highlighted the need for better security measures along the demilitarized zone between North and South Korea. The U.S. military has said it is taking steps to improve security in the area.