Kwon Oh-eul: "We Will Ensure No Shortfall in Supporting Soldiers Injured in DMZ"

Minister of Patriots and Veterans Affairs Kwon Oh-eul stated today regarding the landmine explosion in the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), "We will do our utmost to ensure there is not the slightest shortfall in honoring and supporting the injured soldiers."

In a post on his Facebook account today, Minister Kwon said, "My heart is filled with sorrow when I think of the young soldiers who sacrificed for the country and their families."

He said, "I extend my deepest condolences to the injured soldiers and their families, and once again express my profound gratitude with a bow," adding, "I sincerely wish for their swift recovery."

He added, "The Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs is operating an integrated support service for injured soldiers in cooperation with the Ministry of National Defense," and "We will pay even closer attention to ensure that we look after and take responsibility until the end for the soldiers who dedicated themselves to the nation."

(Photo courtesy of the Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs, Yonhap News)
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