By Na Jeong-ju
President Lee Myung-bak expressed regret over the allegations that the sinking of the South Korean Navy vessel Cheonan in March was not the result of a North Korean attack, saying it is not understandable that some fellow South Koreans don’t trust their government.
“Some people still believe North Korea was not involved in the sinking, although they are living in South Korea. It is not understandable,” Lee said during a meeting with members of the Korean Veterans Association.
“It is true that many Koreans were shocked by the incident. The military also suffered huge damage, too.”
Lee said he was worried about some young Koreans who are not afraid of North Korea.
“But I still believe there are many more Koreans who are concerned about their country,” he said.
The conservative leader called for national unity to cope with the ship sinking, saying the tragedy had provided a crucial opportunity to ensure national security and enhance the military’s risk management.
An international team led by South Korea concluded that a North Korean submarine torpedoed the Cheonan, killing 46 crewmembers, following a month-long investigation.
North Korea has denied its involvement.
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