Travis King, a US soldier who defected to North Korea in July, is now in American custody. Private King handed over to US authorities in China after his expulsion by Pyongyang. North Korean state media cited “inhuman treatment” and racism within the US military as reasons for his defection. US soldier Travis King, who defected … Read more
North Korea announces its intention to repatriate US soldier Travis King. King crossed into North Korea from South Korea during a tour in July. Pyongyang completes its investigation into King’s “unlawful” entry. North Korea has declared its intention to repatriate US soldier Travis King, who crossed the border from South Korea during a tour in … Read more
Washington issued a caution regarding statements made by Travis King, who alleged maltreatment and racial discrimination against him within the military on Tuesday. This followed a release by Pyongyang the previous day that provided some details about their investigation, along with an assurance of efforts towards King’s safe return. Private Travis King, a US soldier, … Read more
Private Travis King, a US soldier, reportedly “admitted” to illegally entering North Korean territory, according to state media KCNA. The soldier altered his plans at the airport, avoiding boarding a plane back to the US. The statement from KCNA marks the first official release of information regarding King’s detention in July after deliberately crossing into … Read more
