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South Korea To Investigate Russia Diesel Shipments, Sanctions Violations

By Drooid · Oct 8, 2026, 11:08 AM UTC · How we work

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South Korea Probes Diesel

South Korea will investigate diesel shipments to Russia and take action if laws were broken.
Analysis reported over 176,000 tons of diesel loaded at South Korea ports in July-August 2026.
Seven tankers completed 14 voyages, three of which violated UK and EU sanctions.
Seoul said refined petroleum products are exempt from its export controls on Russia.
Seoul called Ukrainian comments inappropriate and asked Kyiv to refrain from damaging public statements.

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Zelensky Reveals Transfer

President Volodymyr Zelensky disclosed the transfer of two North Korean soldiers at the UN General Assembly.
South Korea’s senior presidential secretary Seong Ghi-hong condemned the disclosure as breaching a confidentiality pact.
Foreign Minister Cho Hyun said Seoul demanded a formal explanation and apology, considering recalling ambassador Park Hee-chang.
The soldiers were captured in January 2025 while fighting for Russia and transferred to Seoul in September 2026.

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South Korea Probes Diesel

South Korea will investigate diesel shipments to Russia and take action if laws were broken.
Analysis reported over 176,000 tons of diesel loaded at South Korea ports in July-August 2026.
Seven tankers completed 14 voyages, three of which violated UK and EU sanctions.
Seoul said refined petroleum products are exempt from its export controls on Russia.
Seoul called Ukrainian comments inappropriate and asked Kyiv to refrain from damaging public statements.

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