ROK backed US-Iran deal that saw transfer of billions in assets, possibly freeing up resources for coordinated assault
The U.S.-Iran deal involving the release of billions in frozen assets and Hamas’ ongoing attack against Israel have implications that stretch beyond their immediate geographic confines.
South Korea, under President Yoon Suk-yeol, has made foreign policy decisions that align more closely with U.S. interests. This approach brings clear advantages but narrows Seoul’s options with other players in the region such as China, Russia and North Korea.
The U.S.-Iran deal involving the release of billions in frozen assets and Hamas’ ongoing attack against Israel have implications that stretch beyond their immediate geographic confines.
South Korea, under President Yoon Suk-yeol, has made foreign policy decisions that align more closely with U.S. interests. This approach brings clear advantages but narrows Seoul’s options with other players in the region such as China, Russia and North Korea.
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