US Soldier's Defection to North Korea Raises Questions and Concerns
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The Army Secretary expressed concern for the safety of Pvt. Travis King, the American soldier who crossed into North Korea, stating that he may not have been thinking clearly due to the stress of his situation. The Biden administration has reached out to North Korea through multiple channels to gather information and work towards his return. The Army Secretary highlighted the mistreatment of American citizens by North Korea in the past, expressing worry about how Pvt. King may be treated.
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