Heartfelt advice from a close Israeli friend

'Always remember that America can turn its back at any time, and you need to strengthen your own capabilities.'

2024-11-04

Presidential office to monitor Middle East 'around the clock' following Iran's attack on Israel

President Yoon Suk Yeol called for all-out measures to protect Korean nationals amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran.

2024-10-27

Israel's ambassador-designate calls for hostages' return during Oct. 7 anniversary speech

Rafael Harpaz, Israel’s ambassador-designate to Korea, delivers the opening remarks during a ceremony in Yongsan District, central Seoul, on Monday to mark the one-year anniversary of Hamas's attack on Israel.

2024-10-07

South Korea must learn from the Gaza War

Israel is different from South Korea in many respects. And yet, the country’s capability to simultaneously carry out several wars points to the direction of Korea in preparing for a possible future war.

2024-10-06

Korean nationals evacuated from Lebanon amid rising military tensions

Ninety-seven Koreans and their families were evacuated from Lebanon amid rising tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, using a military transport aircraft.

2024-10-05

Brace for all possible scenarios in the Mideast

The government must operate an emergency control room across the fields of diplomacy, security and economy.

2024-10-02

Gov't watching markets closely as Middle East conflict escalates

The Korean government is on high alert as the rapid escalation of the armed conflict in the Middle East region is driving market volatility across the globe, Minister of Economy and Finance Choi Sang-mok said.

2024-10-02

Korea urges Israel, Lebanon to accept cease-fire proposal amid escalating tensions

Korea urged Israel and Lebanon on Friday to accept the cease-fire proposal made by the United States and France to stop the escalation of tensions in the Middle East.

2024-09-27

Korea sees limited impact from Middle East tensions, stays vigilant

Korea has seen limited impact from the Middle East tensions on its economy but will continue to closely monitor the situation and take proactive measures if necessary, the presidential office said Tuesday.

2024-09-24

Korea will consider evacuating its nationals if Israel-Hezbollah conflict escalates: Vice minister

South Korea is considering evacuating its citizens residing in Lebanon and Israel in the event of an emergency, as tensions between Israel and Hezbollah continue to escalate, a senior diplomat said Tuesday.