North Korean artillery positioned opposite Starbucks cafe in Gimpo

Military hardware near a commercial establishment

In the city of Gimpo, located near the border with South Korea, the presence of North Korean artillery and military personnel was recorded directly opposite a popular Starbucks cafe chain outlet. Howitzers, soldiers with red flags, and a barbed wire obstacle were spotted near the establishment.

A slogan directed against "American imperialists" was noticed on the hull of one of the howitzers, on which two soldiers were sitting.

Context of rising tensions

This incident occurs against the backdrop of a new wave of tension between the countries. According to Reuters, journalists observed three armoured vehicles with their barrels pointed south, as well as a group of 20-30 soldiers.