The story so far · 2 days, October 8 to 9, 2026
One Turn followed this story across 2 editions, from Seoul, South Korea on October 8, 2026. Newest first.
North Korea sent troops to help Russia fight Ukraine, and Ukraine captured some of them. South Korea has offered to accept North Korean prisoners who wish to defect.
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Seoul recalled its ambassador to Ukraine, accusing Kyiv of breaching a non-disclosure agreement by revealing the transfer of two captured North Korean soldiers to South Korea.
Why it matters: The row strains a partnership linked to North Korea's role in Russia's war against Ukraine.
Sources: AFP via The Straits Times · See it on the globe
Seoul recalled its ambassador to Ukraine, accusing Kyiv of breaching a non-disclosure agreement. The dispute concerns Ukraine revealing the transfer of two captured North Korean soldiers to South Korea.
Why it matters: The row strains ties between two partners over a sensitive humanitarian case linked to North Korea's role in the war.
Sources: The Straits Times · See it on the globe