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South Korea Recalls Ukraine Ambassador Over Prisoner Row
South Korea recalled its ambassador to Ukraine after Kyiv disclosed North Korean prisoners' repatriation, claiming it endangered families in North Korea.
In brief
South Korea recalled its ambassador to Ukraine after Kyiv disclosed North Korean prisoners' repatriation, claiming it endangered families in North Korea. South Korea recalled its ambassador to Ukraine over claims that Kyiv's public disclosure of North Korean prisoners' repatriation endangered their families in North…
South Korea Recalls Ambassador
South Korea recalled its ambassador to Ukraine over Kyiv's public disclosure of North Korean prisoners' repatriation.
Ukraine Rejects Accusations
Ukraine rejected South Korea's claims that repatriation endangered North Korean families.
Diplomatic Dispute Origin
The dispute began after Ukraine's president stated North Korean soldiers captured on Russia's side were repatriated.
South Korea's Stance
Seoul argues North Korean families face punishment if relatives fall into enemy hands.
Ukraine's Response
Ukraine's adviser denied any confidentiality agreement existed for prisoner repatriation details.
Resolution Attempt
South Korea received Ukraine's apology but said it fell short of expected standards.
In short
South Korea recalled its ambassador to Ukraine over claims that Kyiv's public disclosure of North Korean prisoners' repatriation endangered their families in North Korea.
