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South Korea’s Lee regrets drones sent to North: ‘irresponsible and reckless’

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung expressed regret to Pyongyang on Monday over drones sent into North Korea earlier this year, actions he called “irresponsible”.
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By Samantha Johnson / April 6, 2026
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung expressed regret to Pyongyang on Monday over drones sent into North Korea earlier this year, actions he called “irresponsible”.
South Korea initially denied any official role in the January drone incursion – with authorities suggesting it was the work of civilians – but Lee said an investigation had revealed government officials had been involved.

“Although this was not the intention of our government, we express our regret to the North that unnecessary military tensions were caused by the irresponsible and reckless actions of a few individuals,” Lee said during a cabinet meeting.

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North Korea warned in February of a “terrible response” if it detected more drones crossing the border from the South, prompting Seoul to investigate the claims.
A composite of images taken on January 4 shows wreckage of a drone that North Korea claims originated from South Korea. Photo: KCNA/AFP
A composite of images taken on January 4 shows wreckage of a drone that North Korea claims originated from South Korea. Photo: KCNA/AFP

Pyongyang said it downed a drone carrying “surveillance equipment” in early January.

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