Pentagon's Hongseok Discharged Early From the Military Due to Health Issues

On December 26th, Cube Entertainment announced, "Pentagon member Hongseok was classified as a Wartime Labor Service call-up and was medically discharged from his military service."

The agency added, "Due to panic disorder, depression and agoraphobia, Hongseok has been under continuous treatment and consultation during his military service. However, according to the military's judgment and measures, Hongseok was discharged from the military due to his worsening symptoms.

Earlier this year, Hongseok surprised fans when he decided to enlist as an active-duty soldier on May 3rd, 2023. He then served as a member of the military band.


Here is the full context of Cube Entertainment's statement:

Hello, this is CUBE Entertainment.

Pentagon member Hongseok was classified as a Wartime Labor Service call-up and was medically discharged from his military service.

Due to panic disorder, depression and agoraphobia, Hongseok has been under continuous treatment and consultation during his military service. However, according to the military's judgment and measures, Hongseok was discharged from the military due to his worsening symptoms.

We apologize for causing concern with the sudden news.

CUBE Entertainment will continue to do its best to help Hongseok focus on his treatment.

Thank you.

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