The ministry said it opposes any forced transfer of North Korean POWs to Russia or North Korea and has communicated this position to Ukrainian authorities.

South Korea is seeking the swift transfer of two North Korean soldiers captured by Ukrainian forces while fighting for Russia, a senior Foreign Ministry officia

South Korea is ready to accept prisoners of war from North Korea who fought on Russia's side, should they wish to come.

The ministry said it opposes any forced transfer of North Korean POWs to Russia or North Korea and has communicated this position to Ukrainian authorities.