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Hyundai's office signals big plans for Ukraine

South Korea's HD Hyundai XiteSolution opened a representative office in Ukraine on Jan. 28 and expressed its intention to actively participate in reconstruction projects, the Economy Ministry reported.

29 January 2025, 01:09 PM

Kim Jong Un’s grip on power wavers as North Korea’s youth defy loyalty

North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un, despite his absolute power, faces a growing threat of disloyalty from younger generations, The Wall Street Journal reported on Jan. 27.

28 January 2025, 02:13 PM

North Korean troops unknowingly sent to Ukraine war, claims South Korean envoy

North Korean troops deployed to Russia’s war against Ukraine were unaware of their mission, believing they were participating in “training exercises,” South Korea’s ambassador to the United Nations, Hwang Joon-kook, said during a UN Security Council meeting.

17 January 2025, 03:47 PM

Impeached South Korean leader dodges second grilling in coup investigation

South Korea’s impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol skipped a second interrogation over treason charges, Reuters reported on Jan. 16.

17 January 2025, 10:03 AM

South Korea seeking to repatriate North Korean soldiers captured in Ukraine

The South Korean government plans to engage in consultations with Ukraine regarding the repatriation of North Korean soldiers captured by Ukrainian forces, South Korean news agency Yonhap reported on Jan. 14.

14 January 2025, 07:12 PM

North Korea touts new features of hypersonic missile launched Jan. 6

North Korea highlighted the capabilities of a hypersonic ballistic missile tested on Jan. 6, claiming it features a new “flight control and guidance system” and an engine made with carbon fiber, BBC reported on Jan. 7.

7 January 2025, 10:17 AM

Black box data recovered in South Korea’s deadliest plane crash; another sent to U.S. for analysis

Data from one of the black boxes of the Jeju Air plane that crashed last week has been recovered, while the second will be sent to the United States for analysis, South Korea’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport reported, according to Yonhap News Agency.

1 January 2025, 11:37 AM

Jeju Air flight crash in South Korea leaves almost all passengers dead

A video showing the crash of a Jeju Air flight in South Korea, which killed nearly all passengers, has emerged online, with the aircraft veering off the runway, striking a concrete wall, and exploding, Reuters reported on Dec. 29.

29 December 2024, 11:46 AM

A plane with 181 people on board crashed in South Korea, leaving two survivors

A passenger plane carrying 175 passengers and six crew members crashed during landing at Muan Airport in South Korea, according to Yonhap on Dec. 29.

29 December 2024, 10:07 AM

Ukraine nabs first North Korean POW on Russian front

South Korea's National Intelligence Service (NIS) has confirmed the capture of the first wounded North Korean soldier by Ukrainian troops on the frontline in Russia's Kursk Oblast, Yonhap News Agency reported on Dec. 27.

27 December 2024, 08:33 AM

Russia tries to conceal North Korean soldiers’ presence with fake documents – Photo

Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces reported the elimination of three North Korean soldiers in Russia’s Kursk region and the seizure of fake documents issued by Russia to conceal their presence.

23 December 2024, 11:14 AM

100+ dead, 1,000 injured: North Korea's grim toll in Ukraine war

At least 100 North Korean soldiers have been killed, 1,000 more were injured in battles against Ukraine’s Defense Forces in Russia's Kursk Oblast, South Korean lawmaker Lee Seong-kweun said, Reuters reported on Dec. 19.

19 December 2024, 12:19 PM

North Korean troop deployment in Ukraine creates dangerous dilemma for Kim Jong Un

Sending troops to fight against Ukraine on Russia’s side has provided North Korea’s regime under Kim Jong Un with necessary funds and diplomatic leverage. However, this move also carries hidden risks for the dictator, particularly in relations with China, The New York Times reported on Dec. 17.

17 December 2024, 02:21 PM

South Korean parliament votes to impeach president on second attempt

South Korea’s parliament voted on Dec. 14 to impeach President Yoon Suk-yeol, with 204 of 300 lawmakers in favor, news outlet Yonhap reported.

14 December 2024, 12:55 PM

South Korean President defends martial law, refuses to resign

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has denied rebellion charges over the imposition of martial law and vowed to fight to the end, according to Yonhap on Dec. 12.

12 December 2024, 12:43 PM

South Korean army chief of staff removed

South Korean Army Chief of Staff Gen. Park Ahn-soo, who served as commander-in-chief during the December 3 military-backed coup, has been removed from his duties, Yonhap reported on Dec. 12.

12 December 2024, 12:34 PM

South Korea provides $100 million in aid for Ukraine’s social needs

Ukraine has received $100 million in financial aid from South Korea to bolster its social sector, Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal wrote on Telegram on Nov. 29.

29 November 2024, 12:05 PM

South Korea refuses to sell weapons to Ukraine

During a visit to South Korea, a Ukrainian delegation led by Defense Minister Rustem Umerov expressed readiness to purchase weapons, but their request was declined.

28 November 2024, 04:52 PM

Umerov meets South Korean President: Key topics discussed

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol met with a Ukrainian delegation led by Defense Minister Rustem Umerov on Nov. 27, the South Korean President’s Office reported.

27 November 2024, 06:16 PM

South Korea poised to support Ukraine amid North Korean threats, says Ukrainian veteran

South Korea could play a key role in supporting Ukraine, as evidenced by Defense Minister Rustem Umerov’s recent visit to the country, reserve major and war veteran Oleksiy Hetman said on Radio NV on Nov. 27.

27 November 2024, 12:23 PM

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