KF-16 Jets Bomb Pocheon in Training Error

In a training accident during joint military exercises with the United States, two South Korean KF-16 fighter jets accidentally dropped eight MK-82 bombs on a village in Pocheon, injuring 15 people, including two seriously. The incident, attributed to incorrect coordinates entered by a pilot, led to civilian damages including a destroyed church and several damaged buildings. South Korea's Air Force apologized and promised compensation and a thorough investigation into the cause. This mishap occurred ahead of the scheduled 'Freedom Shield' drills, amid escalating tensions with North Korea and concerns over its military ties with Russia. Residents have expressed longstanding concerns about the hazards posed by nearby military training grounds, and the incident underscores the heightened military readiness in the region.