Seoul seeks ‘way out’ of Ukraine dispute, denies tilt toward Russia

What happened: Seoul is seeking a way out of its diplomatic dispute with Kyiv over the disclosure of the transfer of two North Korean prisoners of war, saying discussions with Ukraine are continuing. Key numbers: Zelenskyy disclosed the transfer in his Sept. Why it matters: A senior presidential official said there has been no change in policy toward Russia and that Seoul still supports Ukraine and implements Russia sanctions, rejecting suggestions of a tilt toward Moscow. National security adviser Wi Sung-lac said the government's underlying policy remains unchanged.

Seoul is seeking a way out of its diplomatic dispute with Kyiv over the disclosure of the transfer of two North Korean prisoners of war, saying discussions with Ukraine are continuing.

A senior presidential official said there has been no change in policy toward Russia and that Seoul still supports Ukraine and implements Russia sanctions, rejecting suggestions of a tilt toward Moscow. National security adviser Wi Sung-lac said the government's underlying policy remains unchanged.