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U.S. diplomat says cease-fire deal has proven 'elusive' amid dispute over its application to Lebanon

A senior U.S. diplomat said the details of a cease-fire deal with Iran have proven “a little more elusive” but stressed U.S. efforts to achieve a “lasting and effective” pause in the war, as a dispute continues over whether the deal covers Lebanon.

2026-04-10

Seoul urges Korean nationals to leave Lebanon amid ongoing strikes

The Foreign Ministry on Thursday urged Korean nationals in Lebanon to leave the country promptly, as airstrikes have continued in the Middle East despite a ceasefire between the United States and Iran.

2026-04-09

Korea condemns acts threatening UN peacekeepers in Lebanon after Indonesian casualties

Korea on Tuesday condemned all acts threatening United Nations peacekeepers in Lebanon after Indonesian personnel were killed and wounded in the region.

2026-03-31

Israel plans military occupation of southern Lebanon

Israel will occupy southern Lebanon up to the Litani River, an area Defence Minister Israel Katz on Tuesday described as a "security zone", spelling out for the first time Israel's intent to seize territory amounting to nearly a tenth of the country.

2026-03-25

Seoul to provide $2 million in humanitarian aid to conflict-hit Lebanon

Korea will provide $2 million in humanitarian assistance to conflict-hit Lebanon, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Thursday.

2026-03-20

Seoul again warns nationals to promptly leave Iran, Iraq, Lebanon

The foreign ministry on Thursday renewed a call for its nationals in Iran, Iraq and Lebanon to promptly leave the countries for their safety, as the conflict in the region is escalating amid fears of a wider ground offensive.

2026-03-19

Israel says 2 top Iranian officials killed in airstrikes in blow to Tehran

Iran's top security official and the head of the Revolutionary Guard's Basij militia were both killed in overnight strikes in a blow to the country’s leadership, Israel's defense minister said Tuesday.

2026-03-17

Korean peacekeeping force reports strikes near military base amid Middle East conflict

Korean troops dispatched to Lebanon for peacekeeping operations reported strikes occurred near their military base on the day of the U.S.-Israeli attacks against Iran, a lawmaker said Tuesday.

2026-03-10

Korea's U-23 squad faces Iran in first Asian Cup match Wednesday

Korea will kick off their 2026 AFC U-23 Asian Cup journey on Wednesday with a match against Iran after suffering a quarterfinal loss at the previous edition that cost the young Taeguk Warriors an Olympic qualification.

2026-01-06

Korean overseas troops continue to serve for peace as UNC marks 75th anniversary

Korean peacekeeping troops in Lebanon and South Sudan continue to serve for global peace through activities ranging from combined training to taekwondo lessons for civilians as the UN Command (UNC) marks its 75th anniversary of establishment.

2025-10-04