South Korea Threatens 'Further Measures' as Ukraine Refuses to Apologize for Disclosing North Korean POW Transfer

South Korea has issued a formal warning to Ukraine, stating that additional actions will be taken if Ukraine does not publicly apologize for disclosing the transfer of two North Korean prisoners of war to Seoul. The disclosure, which Ukraine reportedly made in a military report, has raised concerns about the safety of the POWs and the breach of confidentiality in the handover process. The exact date and method of the disclosure remain unspecified in the reports, but the breach is seen as a significant diplomatic misstep. The dispute has intensified diplomatic relations between South Korea and Ukraine, with South Korea emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability. Ukraine has not yet responded publicly to the warning, and the situation remains unresolved. The sources consistently report the same core facts, though details on the timing and context of the disclosure are not fully elaborated in all reports.