South Korean authorities said North Korea has been jamming the Global Positioning System (GPS) across the border for 10 consecutive days.
The South Korean military has detected GPS jamming in northern Gangwon Province, Seoul-based Yonhap News reported.
Last week, South Korea’s military said it had identified more than 300 cases of GPS disruptions allegedly caused by North Korea’s longtime rival.
In June, South Korea raised the issue of repeated GPS jamming with three relevant international agencies, including the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO), seeking appropriate measures.
North Korea is a member of these organizations.
The jamming appears to be a military exercise by North Korea in response to the potential presence of drones.
South Korea’s military said the jamming had no effect on equipment or operations in the country, but could disrupt civilian ships and aircraft.
Last month, North Korea accused Seoul of sending drones across the border.
Tensions on the Korean Peninsula have risen further following recent missile launches by North and South Korea and joint military exercises by Seoul and Washington, AA writes.
