Russia's Banner at Seoul Embassy Sparks Diplomatic Concerns

South Korea's Ministry of Foreign Affairs protested Russia on 23 February after a banner appeared on the Russian Embassy in Seoul's Jung District.
The banner's timing coincided with Russia's Defender of the Fatherland Day and the war's anniversary.
The banner was linked to Georgy Zinoviev's praise of North Korean troops aiding Russia.
Despite Seoul's removal request, the banner remained on the embassy wall.
The Russian Embassy claimed the banner marked Diplomatic Worker's Day and Defender of the Fatherland Day, to be removed after commemorations.
Seoul raised concerns over Russia's invasion of Ukraine and military cooperation with North Korea, violating the UN Charter, with 2,000 estimated casualties.
Analysts suggest the banner aims to draw attention while legal options are limited.
Seoul reviewed NATO's Ukraine Requirements List, and TASS relayed Maria Zakharova's warning.

International Relations | Conflict | Diplomacy

Ukraine | Russia | North Korea | South Korea

Maria Zakharova | Georgy Zinoviev

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