South Korea-Ukraine dispute over North Korean POWs
South Korea accused Ukraine of breaching a confidentiality deal over the transfer of two North Korean POWs to Seoul and demanded an apology. Lee later called the matter one of national honor.
Timeline
Friday, 2 October
- South Korea's Lee threatens action against Ukraine over North Korean soldiers
Lee demanded an apology, calling the matter one of national honor
Monday, 28 September
- South Korea demands apology from Ukraine over North Korean POW disclosure
South Korea accused Ukraine of breaching a confidentiality deal over transferring two North Korean POWs to Seoul