GOYANG: Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Adm. Kim Myung-soo visited the Army's 1st Corps and an air defense post near the North Korean border Tuesday to review their readiness against potential provocations. According to Yonhap News Agency, Adm. Kim addressed the troops at the 1st Corps in Goyang, north of Seoul, emphasizing the importance of maintaining vigilance against the risk of provocations during the year-end and New Year period. He instructed military personnel to respond decisively and effectively against any provocations. During his inspections at the air defense post, Adm. Kim urged the troops to stay alert against threats of drone provocations, underscoring that their readiness was crucial for the safety of the greater Seoul region.