South Korea has recalled eight diplomats from Ukraine amid a scandal between the countries, South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun said. He emphasized that the decision was made due to Zelensky's statements about the transfer of two North Korean military personnel to Seoul. At the same time, key employees of the South Korean embassy remain in Ukraine to provide assistance to the citizens of their country if necessary. "We have no choice but to return the eight diplomatic staff." In late September, relations between Ukraine and South Korea deteriorated after Zelensky's accusations by South Korean President Lee Jae-myung. He stated that the head of government in Kiev revealed secret information at the UN General Assembly related to the transfer of North Korean soldiers to the South Korean side.