Latest Seoul Says Denuclearization Precondition Would Block Dialogue With North Korea

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17 Sept 2026

Unification Minister Chung Dong-young called for a parallel approach to peace, nuclear restraint, diplomatic normalization and economic cooperation, arguing that denuclearization cannot be imposed as the price of opening talks with Pyongyang.

17 Sept 2026

South Korea’s National Assembly endorsed Supreme Court Justice nominee Kim Sung-soo by a wide margin, completing the parliamentary confirmation stage before a possible appointment by President Lee Jae Myung.

17 Sept 2026

A National Assembly committee adopted its confirmation hearing report for justice minister nominee Kim Seung-won after opposition lawmakers walked out, deepening partisan conflict over allegations raised during his vetting.

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Seoul Says Denuclearization Precondition Would Block Dialogue With North Korea

Assembly Approves Supreme Court Justice Nominee Kim Sung-soo in 227-28 Vote

A conceptual parliamentary plenary chamber illustrating the legislative confirmation process. AI-generated illustrative image; not a photograph of the event.

Parliamentary Panel Advances Justice Minister Nominee Despite Opposition Walkout

A conceptual parliamentary committee hearing room illustrating the confirmation process. AI-generated illustrative image; not a photograph of the event.

Special Prosecutor Raids Election Commission Offices Over Local Election Claims

Cho Hyun Puts Citizen Safety First as Seoul Weighs Hormuz Cooperation

A generic commercial tanker passing an arid coastline, illustrating maritime trade and safe passage rather than a specific Hormuz operation. AI-generated illustrative image; not a photograph of the event.