North Korea has officially confirmed that Army Pvt. Travis King is present in its territory, marking the first public acknowledgment of his presence. The 23-year-old reportedly entered North Korean territory by sprinting across the heavily guarded border between North and South Korea during a tour of the demilitarized zone in July. According to the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), King has expressed a desire to seek refuge in North Korea or another country due to his negative experiences and disillusionment with the U.S. Army and American society’s inequality and racial discrimination. However, the Defense Department has been unable to verify King’s alleged comments. Their main focus remains on ensuring his safe return, and efforts to bring him back home are underway through all available channels.
King, who was facing disciplinary actions and was supposed to return to the U.S. to face charges, fled to North Korea instead. The U.S. is currently unaware of his whereabouts or well-being since North Korea has not responded to their requests for information or dialogue. White House National Security spokesperson John Kirby emphasized the U.S.’s ongoing efforts to locate King and ensure his safe return, expressing concern for his condition and urging North Korea to facilitate his swift return to the United States.
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