South Korea considers arming Ukraine following North Korea's troop deployment to Russia

South Korea has warned it may supply weapons to Ukraine after North Korea allegedly sent 1,500 special operation forces to Russia. This marks a shift from South Korea's previous stance of not supplying arms to countries in conflict. South Korean officials view the troop deployment as a serious security threat. They expressed concerns that Russia could provide North Korea with advanced weapons technology, which would enhance its nuclear capabilities. Previously, South Korea had joined sanctions against Russia and provided humanitarian aid to Ukraine but refrained from direct military support. The recent developments may lead to a reevaluation of this policy.