South Korean President Yoon Seok-yeol is prepared to raise concerns about the growing military cooperation between North Korea and Russia during the NATO summit in the United States. The disclosure came from Yonhap News Agency, cited by various outlets.
At a briefing, first deputy national security adviser Kim Tae-hye said Seoul would send a strong signal about the Moscow-Pyongyang security partnership and discuss ways to reinforce collaboration among NATO allies. The aim, according to officials, is to underline shared concerns about destabilizing military links on the Korean Peninsula and in Europe.
In remarks to Reuters, Yoon emphasized that Russia must decide which of the two Koreas it chooses to engage with more deeply. The president warned that intensified Moscow-Pyongyang military cooperation poses risks to regional peace and security and could lead to broader tensions across the European arena as well.
South Korea’s government is reviewing its stance on supplying lethal weapons to Ukraine in light of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement recently signed by Russia and North Korea on June 19. Russian President Vladimir Putin cautioned Seoul against that move, suggesting that any future arms transfers would be missteps. He warned that Moscow would take responsive measures if Seoul aligns with his views, measures that would likely challenge the current Korean leadership. These developments are detailed in ongoing coverage from various national sources, with updates and context provided as the situation develops.
Earlier reporting from the Russian Foreign Ministry indicated additional restrictions on weapon transfers to Ukraine and outlined the diplomatic sensitivities surrounding Korea’s role in the evolving conflict landscape. The discussions reflect a broader pattern of alignment and pressure among international actors amid ongoing regional and global security concerns.