Inter-Korean & Foreign Relations
Russia’s Seoul outreach, Hormuz mission and cyber threats — Ep. 154
Moscow proposes renewed ties as South Korea weighs naval expansion and raises its cybersecurity alert
October 23, 2026
South Korean officials can’t agree on why US curbed intel sharing
Conflicting accounts of alliance strain come as Washington keeps its demands out of public view
October 23, 2026
Russia courts South Korea as Seoul’s dispute with Ukraine escalates
Moscow says it welcomes ‘practical steps’ toward normalization after ROK pulls Kyiv staff, but calls sanctions obstacle
October 22, 2026
Canada’s military chief eyes broader defense cooperation with South Korea
Gen. Jennie Carignan cites opportunities in air defense, drones, space and AI as Ottawa expands its capabilities
October 20, 2026
USFK commander’s remark on Korean border draws backlash from ruling party
Comment drew little notice at first but reached parliamentary audit after remarks by Lee’s special adviser
October 20, 2026
South Korea’s plan to stretch anti-piracy unit toward Hormuz draws criticism
Expanding an existing mission rather than sending a new force still likely needs parliament’s approval
October 19, 2026
KOSPI plunge, Kamala Harris visit and Lee’s staffing shake-up — Ep. 153
South Korean chip stocks tumble as former US vice president visits Seoul and Lee appoints new chief of staff
October 16, 2026
Sue Mi Terry deal limits scrutiny of South Korean intelligence in Washington
The agreement acknowledges gifts and NIS contacts but stops short of a conviction under American foreign agent laws
October 15, 2026
South Korea’s Arctic shipping gamble faces a tough test after first voyage
PanStar Acro returned to Busan without loaded import cargo as Seoul prepares a new trial and weighs its 2030 ambitions
October 13, 2026
Trump’s Russian diesel deal may leave South Korea’s refining boom intact
Damaged Russian refineries and tight Asian fuel supplies may keep Korean export margins high despite Trump’s pledge
October 12, 2026
