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

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

Koreans in Israel, Lebanon urged to leave as Middle East tensions flare

The Foreign Ministry strongly advised Korean nationals in Lebanon and Israel to leave those countries as soon as possible following a joint situation review meeting chaired by Second Vice Minister Kang In-sun on Sunday.

2024-08-05

South Korea expresses condolences over death of Iranian president

Korea's Foreign Ministry on Monday expressed its condolences over the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi.

2024-05-20

North Korea sounds out cooperation with Iranian automaker Saipa

North Korea expressed interest in cooperation with Iranian automaker Saipa during a recent trip by an official delegation from Pyongyang to Tehran, according to a social media post uploaded by the company on Tuesday.

2024-05-07

North Korea criticizes U.S. sanctions against Iran

North Korea declared its support of Iran through state media on Tuesday as it criticized the latest round of U.S. sanctions against Tehran.

2024-05-01

North Korean delegation goes to Iran as fears of greater military ties grow

North Korea sent a delegation to Iran on Tuesday, the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) announced Wednesday, signaling possible military cooperation between Pyongyang and Tehran.

2024-04-24

Gasoline prices rise, Kospi sinks as Middle East tensions worsen

Korea’s gas prices surged and the stock market tumbled amid heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

2024-04-21

Young Koreans flock to 'gold vending machines' as prices soar

Young Koreans are turning to gold investments as the asset's prices reach a record high.