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North Korean soldier held by Seoul after crossing land border

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A North Korean guard post is seen in this picture taken near the demilitarized zone separating the two Koreas, in Paju, South Korea. (File Photo)
A North Korean guard post is seen in this picture taken near the demilitarized zone separating the two Koreas, in Paju, South Korea. (File Photo)
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