South Korea recalls envoy to Ukraine amid growing friction

What happened: South Korea's Foreign Ministry said it will recall its ambassador to Ukraine, citing mounting tension with Kyiv over war-related disputes. Key numbers: First such recall since 2008, when Seoul brought home its envoy to Japan over the Dokdo islets claim. Why it matters: Ties deteriorated over a prisoner transfer Seoul says was meant to stay confidential and Ukrainian claims that South Korean petroleum shipments reached Russia. Seoul rejected the claim as inaccurate and said it is verifying the facts. Coverage: 3 outlets in 24h

South Korea's Foreign Ministry said it will recall its ambassador to Ukraine, citing mounting tension with Kyiv over war-related disputes.

Ties deteriorated over a prisoner transfer Seoul says was meant to stay confidential and Ukrainian claims that South Korean petroleum shipments reached Russia. Seoul rejected the claim as inaccurate and said it is verifying the facts.