The general explained to the defense minister that the number of protesters could surround the entire fence and pose a threat to the guarding forces.

The military yesterday issued riot gear such as gloves, face protectors and sticks to troops there.

Using a helicopter, the minister arrived at the scene in the afternoon and inspected ongoing construction.

I'm feeling more comfortable about how advanced the defense line for the Korean soldiers has become and with much of the tough line the prosecution has taken -- if the courts will follow through (not a given).

But, I am still pissed off at the position these young men have been put in.

NOW --- you give them tools.

Maybe if you had another 3 months --- you could train them to use them --

Korean government buttheads......