South Korean President Yun Seok-el gave an order to immediately respond to North Korea's military provocations during a meeting with the commanders of the army, navy, aviation and marines.

APA reports with reference to Interfax that the President's office has released information about this.

"The president ordered our military to respond immediately and harshly in case of provocation by North Korea," the statement said.

Yun Sok El added that any retaliatory action will be taken in close coordination with the United States.