#South Korea

Ukrainian MFA Responds to South Korea's Decision to Recall its Ambassador

Politics 10/08/2026, 19:11

Ukraine's MFA is ready to resume dialogue with South Korea after the recall of its ambassador, stressing that diplomacy must prevail over emotions.

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South Korea Recalls Its Ambassador from Ukraine Amid Diplomatic Crisis

Politics 10/08/2026, 11:44

The South Korean government has announced the recall of its ambassador from Ukraine due to a diplomatic scandal surrounding the public disclosure of captured North Korean soldiers.

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Diplomatic Crisis: South Korea Rejects Ukraine's Claims of Fuel Supplies to Russia

Politics 10/08/2026, 04:22

South Korea sharply responded to Ukraine's accusations of supplying petroleum products to Russia, calling them premature and demanding thorough fact-checking.

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Kyiv's Apologies Are Not Enough: Seoul Prepares New Steps Against Ukraine Over Prisoner Scandal

Politics 10/06/2026, 10:40

The South Korean Foreign Minister stated that Ukraine's apologies over the North Korean prisoner scandal are insufficient, and Seoul is preparing decisive measures.

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Won 'Gold' and Escaped the Army: Famous Athlete No Longer Needs to Serve

Sports 10/04/2026, 16:59

South Korean golfer Tom Kim won gold at the Asian Games in Nagoya, earning a legal exemption from mandatory military service.

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Massive Protests in Seoul: South Korean Opposition Rallies Against President Lee Jae-myung

Politics 10/04/2026, 01:29

A massive opposition rally was held in Seoul against South Korean President Lee Jae-myung over his response to a DMZ mine incident and controversial judicial reforms.

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South Korea and the US Strengthen Defense Alliance and Boost Investment

Politics 10/03/2026, 15:37

South Korea and the US are strengthening their defense alliance amid the new defense minister's visit and announcing multi-billion-dollar energy investment projects.

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Trump Threatens South Korea Over Refusal to Join Alaska LNG Project

Politics 10/03/2026, 14:45

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened South Korea with economic sanctions and higher tariffs if it refuses to invest in the Alaska LNG project.

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North Korea Fires Missile Toward Sea of Japan: Seoul Raises Combat Readiness

Politics 10/03/2026, 14:42

On the morning of October 3, North Korea launched a ballistic missile toward the Sea of Japan, flying over 700 km. In response, Seoul raised combat readiness and convened the Security Council.

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Ukraine Works to Promptly Resolve Diplomatic Dispute with Seoul Over North Korean Prisoners

Politics 10/01/2026, 23:33

Ukraine and South Korea are engaged in intensive dialogue to resolve a dispute over the public disclosure of the transfer of North Korean prisoners.

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North Korean Leader Suffers from 'Obesity' and Smokes Heavily, South Korean Intelligence Says

Politics 10/01/2026, 06:05

South Korean intelligence reported that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un weighs over 140 kg. Amid health concerns, Pyongyang is actively preparing his daughter for succession.

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North Korea Troops Scandal: Seoul Says Kiev Requested Silence

Politics 09/30/2026, 12:45

South Korea's intelligence agency stated that Kiev itself asked to keep the transfer of North Korean prisoners a secret. The scandal erupted after the Ukrainian president publicly disclosed this information at the UN General Assembly.

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DIDEN Spider Robot Revolutionizes Shipbuilding

Technology 09/29/2026, 20:53

South Korean Diden Robotics has introduced a spider robot for automated welding at shipyards. The device moves on ceilings and speeds up construction by 70%, challenging the labor market.

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South Korean PC Cafe Attendance Surges by Nearly 30% Due to Chuseok Holiday

Technology 09/29/2026, 20:35

South Korean PC cafe attendance grew by 29.4% in late September 2026 due to the Chuseok holiday, with FC Online serving as the main driver.

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Seoul Summons Ukrainian Envoy Amid Diplomatic Scandal Over North Korean Prisoners

Politics 09/29/2026, 05:17

South Korea's Foreign Ministry summoned Ukraine's envoy over Kyiv's public disclosure of transferring two North Korean POWs, which Seoul views as a confidentiality breach.

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South Korea Demands Official Apology from Ukraine Over Prisoner Scandal

Politics 09/28/2026, 03:52

South Korea's presidential office demands an apology from Ukraine for leaking the secret transfer of North Korean POWs and denying confidentiality agreements.

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South Korea Confirms It Knew About Zelenskyy's Statement on North Korean Prisoners

Politics 09/27/2026, 05:26

South Korea stated that Kyiv warned it about a possible mention of North Korean POWs in a UN speech, but Seoul expected complete confidentiality.

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South Korean President Criticizes Ukraine for Disclosing North Korean POW Transfer

Politics 09/25/2026, 14:48

The South Korean president criticized Ukraine for publicly disclosing information about the transfer of two North Korean POWs, calling it a breach of agreement.

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