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South Korea recalls Ukraine ambassador amid POW dispute

Published October 8, 2026 6:55 am • Updated October 8, 2026 6:55 am •

South Korea has said it will recall its ambassador to Ukraine. Seoul is upset about a transfer of North Korean prisoners of war being made public knowledge at the UN and had demanded — but not received — an apology.

South Korea has said it will recall its ambassador to Ukraine. Seoul is upset about a transfer of North Korean prisoners of war being made public knowledge at the UN and had demanded — but not received — an apology.

Source: Deutsche Welle — Original report ↗

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Original source: Deutsche Welle ↗