Defense chief inspects readiness posture of special security unit under Capital Defense Command

▲ Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back (C, front) visits a security unit under the Capital Defense Command, where he is briefed on operational updates from commanders in this photo provided by his office on May 4, 2026. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap)

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Defense chief inspects readiness posture of special security unit under Capital Defense Command

SEOUL, May 4 (Yonhap) -- Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back on Monday visited a special unit under the Capital Defense Command to inspect its readiness posture, the defense ministry said.

Ahn made the visit to the security unit in charge of guarding the outskirts of Cheong Wa Dae, where he was briefed on operational updates from commanders at the command and control center, according to the ministry.

During the visit, Ahn inspected the major security facilities of the designated special security zone, and urged troops to always maintain the "utmost" surveillance posture.

The defense chief also visited an air defense position and inspected the troops' readiness posture against air defense operations, calling for their thorough adherence to all processes in principle.

Citing the growing importance of air defense operations amid emerging threats from unmanned aircraft and drones, Ahn called on troops to maintain a "watertight" air defense readiness posture capable of responding immediately under any circumstances.

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