Can South Korea and Ukraine resolve their diplomatic spat over North Korean POWs?

Seoul and Kyiv are trading accusations after the transfer of two North Korean POWs to South Korea. The South insists the move was to be kept secret as it seeks to avoid antagonizing Pyongyang.

Published on RocksNews: 12 Oct 2026, 13:44 UTC
Updated: 12 Oct 2026, 13:44 UTC
Language: English

Can South Korea and Ukraine resolve their diplomatic spat over North Korean POWs? — Image credit: Deutsche Welle (English)

Seoul and Kyiv are trading accusations after the transfer of two North Korean POWs to South Korea. The South insists the move was to be kept secret as it seeks to avoid antagonizing Pyongyang.