The 95-year-old POW who wants to return to North Korea to die
The news article discusses the case of Ahn Hak-sop, a 95-year-old former prisoner of war (POW) who has spent most of his life in South Korea but now wants to return to North Korea to die. Ahn was captured during the Korean War in the 1950s and has been living in South Korea since then. However, he recently attempted to cross the border into North Korea, but his attempt was unsuccessful. Ahn's desire to return to North Korea is fueled by his wish to be buried in his hometown and to reunite with his family, whom he has not seen in decades. The article highlights the emotional and personal aspects of Ahn's story, as well as the legal and political complexities surrounding his case. The article provides a concise and unbiased summary of the key facts, focusing on Ahn's background, his recent attempt to cross the border, and his motivations for wanting to return to North Korea.
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