South Korea’s government said Thursday it will reconsider its position on arms supplies to Ukraine after North Korea and Russia signed a treaty that provides for a mutual commitment to provide immediate military assistance to each other – Yonhap
The publication emphasizes that Jang Ho-jin hinted at a change in South Korea’s policy of not providing lethal aid to Ukraine.
“We are planning to reconsider military support for Ukraine,” National Security Advisor Jang Ho-jin said at a press briefing at the presidential office.
According to him, any cooperation that directly or indirectly contributes to North Korea’s military buildup is a violation of UN Security Council resolutions and will be subject to international investigation and sanctions, and he promised to take appropriate measures.
“Specific measures will be announced later, and it will be interesting to see how Russia reacts, rather than disclose our plans in advance,” the official told reporters.
It is reported that South Korea will impose additional sanctions against four ships, five organizations, and eight individuals involved in the transfer of weapons and oil between Russia and North Korea.
As you know, until now, South Korea has been limited to providing humanitarian aid to Ukraine.