Yoon Suk-yeol Considers Arms Supply to Ukraine Amid North Korean Troop Deployment; Delegation Briefing NATO on Monday

Oct 27, 2024, 04:29 PM

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol has indicated the possibility of supplying Ukraine with weapons amid concerns over North Korea's alleged deployment of troops to support Russia. Following a meeting with Polish President Andrzej Duda, Yoon discussed the situation with reporters, highlighting the growing tensions in the region. In response to North Korea's troop activities, South Korea is sending a high-level delegation to brief NATO and the European Union. This delegation, led by Deputy Director Hong Jang-won, will address North Korea's troop deployment in Russia and may explore options for direct arms support to Ukraine. The briefing is scheduled for Monday, with South Korea aiming to analyze North Korean tactics and assess the implications for regional security.