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Russia Threatens Countermeasures Over South Korea's Potential Weapon Supply to Ukraine

The warning highlights the potential for diplomatic and economic tensions between Russia and South...
February 22, 2026 by
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  • Impact Level
    Medium
  • Scope Level
    National
  • Last Update
    2026-02-22
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Negative Impacts (8)
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Total impacts: 9 | Positive: 0 | Negative: 8
Event Overview

The warning highlights the potential for diplomatic and economic tensions between Russia and South Korea. It underscores the delicate balance of international relations and the risks associated with supporting conflicting parties in a geopolitical crisis.

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Russia Warns of Countermeasures if South Korea Supplies Weapons to Ukraine
2026-02-22 18:30

Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova warned that Russia will take countermeasures if South Korea provides weapons to Ukraine through the 'Ukraine Priority Needs List' mechanism. She noted that South Korea had previously stated it would not supply weapons to Ukraine, a stance Russia appreciated as crucial for preventing further deterioration of bilateral relations and for future dialogue and cooperation.

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