#South Korea
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PoliticsSouth Korea Recalls Kyiv Ambassador Amid Diplomatic Dispute Over North Korean POWs
South Korea is recalling its ambassador to Kyiv following a diplomatic dispute with Ukraine over the disclosure of a North Korean prisoner of war transfer.
PoliticsSouth Korea Warns of Legal Action Amid Allegations of Fuel Exports to Russia
South Korea has threatened legal action if allegations of unauthorized fuel shipments to Russia are confirmed, while dismissing claims made by a top Ukrainian sanctions official.
SportsSouth Korea Considers Scaling Back Military Exemptions for Athletes Following Asian Games Backlash
South Korea plans to review and potentially scale back military service exemptions for athletes following public backlash over controversial remarks made by gold medal winners at the Asian Games.
SportsSouth Korea Considers Scaling Back Military Service Exemptions for Athletes
South Korea is considering reducing military service exemptions for athletes, according to a recent video report.
CultureSouth Korea Weighs Major Overhaul of Military Service Exemptions for Athletes
A young girl passionately urges world leaders to take action to save her country from climate change in a brief video message.
EconomyEgyptian Exports to South Korea Surge 11.2% in the First Half of 2026
Data from CAPMAS shows that Egyptian exports to South Korea rose by 11.2% in the first half of 2026, while South Korean investments in Egypt surged dramatically.
PoliticsSouth Korea Weighs Unprecedented Actions to Demand North Korean Apology Over DMZ Landmine Blast
South Korea is considering measures to pressure North Korea into apologizing for a DMZ landmine explosion that injured three soldiers, while Pyongyang firmly denies involvement and rejects diplomatic overtures.
EconomyEgypt Outlines Strategy to Build Human Capital and Power Transport Sector Expansion
The Ministry of Transport has unveiled a strategic vision to develop specialized human resources and establish the Egyptian International University for Transport Engineering and Technology to support the country's expanding infrastructure.
Breaking NewsNorth Korea Fires Ballistic Missile Toward East Coast, Says South Korea
South Korea and Japan report that North Korea has fired a ballistic missile toward the sea, following escalating tensions and border disputes.
PoliticsDiplomatic Tensions Flare Between South Korea and Ukraine Over Secret North Korean POW Transfer
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for disclosing a confidential agreement regarding the transfer of North Korean prisoners of war.
EconomySouth Korea Exports Reach Historic Milestone Driven by Global Artificial Intelligence Boom
South Korea's exports soared to a record $120.9bn in September, driven by unprecedented global demand for artificial intelligence chips.
EconomyUS President Trump Set to Announce Massive $200bn Energy Investment Deal with South Korea
US President Donald Trump is set to announce $200bn in strategic energy investments from South Korea, including a major LNG project in Alaska and facility developments in Texas.
PoliticsSouth Korea Demands North Korea Apologize for DMZ Landmine Blasts That Injured Soldiers
South Korea has demanded an apology from North Korea after landmine explosions in the DMZ injured three soldiers, while Pyongyang strongly denied planting the mines.
SportsTransport Blunders Plague Asian Games as South Korea and Pakistan Teams Sent to Wrong Venues
Logistical errors at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya disrupted training schedules for South Korea and Pakistan after teams were sent to the wrong venues in Japan.
PoliticsSouth Korea Demands Official Apology from Ukraine Over Leaked Transfer of North Korean POWs
South Korea has demanded an official apology from Ukraine after Kyiv publicly disclosed the transfer of two captured North Korean prisoners of war, violating a prior confidentiality agreement.
PoliticsSouth Korea Demands Apology from Ukraine Over Leaked North Korean POW Transfer
South Korea's presidential office demanded an official apology from Ukraine after Kyiv publicly disclosed the transfer of two North Korean prisoners of war in violation of a confidentiality agreement. The dispute threatens bilateral relations and mutual trust between Seoul and Kyiv.
PoliticsSouth Korea and Ukraine Face Diplomatic Friction Over North Korean POW Transfer
South Korea expressed strong regret over Ukraine's disclosure of a secret agreement regarding the transfer of two North Korean prisoners of war, warning that the move damages bilateral trust.
PoliticsZelenskyy Announces Transfer of Two North Korean POWs to South Korea During UNGA Address
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced at the UN General Assembly that Ukraine has transferred two captured North Korean prisoners of war to South Korea.
Breaking NewsBorder Explosion in DMZ Leaves Three South Korean Military Officers Injured
An explosion in the western sector of the DMZ has left three South Korean military officers wounded, prompting evacuations and hospital treatment near Seoul.
SportsSouth Korea Hockey Team Left Confused After North Korean Anthem Played by Mistake at Asian Games
South Korean hockey players were left bewildered at the Asian Games when the North Korean national anthem was mistakenly played before their match against Bangladesh.
EconomySouth Korea Hosts Historic Central Asia Summit to Strengthen Economic and Strategic Ties
South Korea is hosting its first presidential summit with the leaders of five Central Asian nations to deepen economic, technological, and strategic ties.
SportsSouth Korean Officials Slam 'Worst Ever' Asian Games Lodging Amid Severe Shortages
South Korean officials have sharply criticized the accommodation for the Asian Games in Japan, citing cramped cabins, leaking facilities, and a severe shortage of rooms due to the lack of an athletes' village.
Breaking NewsNorth Korea Fires Multiple Ballistic Missiles Off Eastern Coast Following Joint Military Drills
North Korea launched several ballistic missiles off its eastern coast following joint maritime drills conducted by South Korea, the United States, and Japan.
PoliticsNorth Korea Commissions Nuclear-Capable Warship That Previously Capsized During Launch
North Korea has commissioned its second modern guided-missile destroyer, the Kang Kon, following a successful recovery after the vessel capsized during its launch in May 2025.