S. Korea to recall envoy to Ukraine amid dispute over disclosure of N.K. POWs

What happened: South Korea will recall its ambassador to Ukraine, its foreign ministry said, amid a dispute over Kyiv's disclosure of the transfer of two North Korean prisoners of war to Seoul. Why it matters: Seoul had demanded an official explanation and apology. Foreign Minister Cho Hyun said a message from Ukraine's foreign minister included an apology but fell short of expectations, and that the government intended firm measures. Key numbers: Oct. 8 (Yonhap report date); two North Korean POWs transferred. Coverage: 3 outlets in 24h

South Korea will recall its ambassador to Ukraine, its foreign ministry said, amid a dispute over Kyiv's disclosure of the transfer of two North Korean prisoners of war to Seoul.

Seoul had demanded an official explanation and apology. Foreign Minister Cho Hyun said a message from Ukraine's foreign minister included an apology but fell short of expectations, and that the government intended firm measures. Key numbers: Oct. 8 (Yonhap report date); two North Korean POWs transferred.