
Hoshi and Woozi are all set for military enlistment; frontlines allotment confirmed
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Hoshi is to join the frontlines for his military enlistment
While Woozi is joining the military on September 15, Hoshi will be enlisting on July 16. During a live, both of the members revealed that they had received grade 1 level in their physical examination before enlistment, meaning both of the idols will be serving as active duty soldiers for a year after their 6-month-long training period.
Woozi recently featured on a popular online streaming show called 'Calm Down Man', where he talked with the hosts about his and Hoshi's enlistment.
While mentioning the latter, he shared that he and his fellow bandmate are enlisting soon and that Hoshi is all set to join the Yeoncheon training camp. This area is on the frontlines as it acts as a checkpoint between South Korea and North Korea.
The Republic of Korea Army's 5th Infantry Division is situated in Yeoncheon and is one of the key divisions that are always on high alert and ready for anything to happen, as it is also a demilitarised zone.
Fans react to the situation
As soon as the idol's placement in the military was made public, fans of the group expressed their concern over the matter. Many even praised him for his abilities and shared that they are proud of him.
One fan commented that, 'idk he's not yet enlisted but i'm already proud of him, imagine, frontline? love him for that, i'm sure he's gonna ace that military training just like he aced every dream he had achieved', while another shared that 'Hoping that Hoshi will be safe there!!'
About SEVENTEEN's enlistment
Out of all 13 members of SEVENTEEN, so far only Jeonghan and Wonwoo have officially started their military service. Later this year, in September, Hosi and Woozi will be joining the military. The group's leader S.Coups, has officially been exempted from military service due to a major knee accident that happened in 2023.

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