South Korea has demanded that Ukraine issue an apology after the Kyiv government allegedly violated a nondisclosure agreement concerning North Korean prisoners of war.
According to Seoul, Kyiv had previously agreed to keep details about the prisoners confidential. The South Korean authorities say that Ukraine has broken that agreement, prompting the call for a formal apology.
The dispute centres on the handling and disclosure of information about North Korean soldiers who are held as prisoners of war in Ukraine. Seoul’s statement indicates that the breach of confidentiality was a significant point of contention.
South Korea’s demand for an apology reflects its broader concern over the treatment and status of North Korean personnel abroad. The issue remains unresolved as Kyiv has not yet responded to the South Korean request.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>
