South Korea

Former S. Korean first lady sentenced to 20 months in prison

TEHRAN, Jan. 28 (MNA) – The court sentenced former first lady Kim Keon Hee to one year and eight months in prison for violating anti-corruption laws.

Trump moves to increase some South Korean tariffs to 25%

TEHRAN, Jan. 27 (MNA) – US President Donald Trump announced a decision on Monday to raise tariffs on some South Korean imports over the failure by South Korea’s legislators to enact a bilateral trade deal with the United States.

Korean defender Lee Ki-Je joins Mes Rafsanjan

TEHRAN, Jan. 21 (MNA) – Korean defender Lee Ki-Je has joined Mes Rafsanjan on a contract through the end of the season.

Iran, South Korea share spoils in AFC U23 Asian Cup opener

TEHRAN, Jan. 07 (MNA) – Iranian and South Korean U23 football teams drew 0-0 in their AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ Group C opening match on Wednesday.

Chinese, ROK leaders hold talks on ties, int'l affairs

TEHRAN, Jan. 07 (MNA) – Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with President of the Republic of Korea (ROK) Lee Jae Myung in Beijing on Monday.

US nuclear-powered submarine enters South Korean port

TEHRAN, Dec. 23 (MNA) – A US Navy nuclear-powered submarine arrived at a naval operations base in Busan on Tuesday.

Seoul proposes restoring communication channels with DPRK

TEHRAN, Dec. 02 (MNA) – South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Tuesday proposed restoring communication channels with the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), according to multiple local media.

South Korea's Lee warns of clashes with North

TEHRAN, Nov. 25 (MNA) –  South Korean President Lee Jae Myung warned of the risk of accidental clashes with North Korea, which has cut off all channels of communication with Seoul.

US-made MQ-9 Reaper drone falls into sea off South Korea

TEHRAN, Nov. 25 (MNA) – One of America's MQ-9 Reaper drones crashed into the sea off the Republic of Korea’s western coast, near the Kunsan Air Base.

Massive fire engulfs South Korean warehouse

TEHRAN, Nov. 15 (MNA) – A fire breaks out at E-Land Fashion's logistics center in Cheonan, about 90 kilometers south of Seoul, the capital of South Korea.

US nuclear aircraft carrier enters port in South Korea

TEHRAN, Nov. 05 (MNA) – US nuclear aircraft carrier George Washington arrived at the naval base in South Korea’s second largest city Busan on Wednesday.

US, South Korea sign trade deal

TEHRAN, Oct. 30 (MNA) – US President Donald Trump signed another deal on his swing through Asia, this time with South Korea's leader Lee Jae-myung.

Ambassador calls for presence of Iranian artists in S. Korea

TEHRAN, Oct. 28 (MNA) – South Korean ambassador to Iran expressed interest in facilitating opportunities for Iranian artists to perform and exhibit in South Korea, emphasizing the importance of cultural exchange.

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South Korea, Iran celebrate 63 years of diplomatic relations

TEHRAN, Oct. 24 (MNA) – In a vibrant celebration of cultural diplomacy, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Tehran hosted the Korea-Iran Calligraphy Exhibition on October 23.

North Korea launches ballistic missiles, Seoul says

TEHRAN, Oct. 22 (MNA) – North Korea has fired several ballistic missiles toward the Sea of Japan, according to South Korean media.

Protesters in Seoul call for Israel's full pullout from Gaza

TEHRAN, Oct. 19 (MNA) – On the second anniversary of the Gaza massacre, South Korean activists gathered in central Seoul to condemn the Israeli regime’s atrocities and demand an end to the blockade.

South Korea to hide bomb shelter under public gym

TEHRAN, Oct. 14 (MNA) – South Korean authorities are planning to build the country’s first civilian nuclear bunker beneath a public gym, according to reports.

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Snapback sanctions on Iran to have limited impact on Seoul

TEHRAN, Sep. 28 (MNA) – The Foreign Ministry of South Korea suggests that the snapback sanctions against the Iranian nuclear program will have a limited impact on Korean businesses.

Iran, South Korea top diplomats hold talks in NY

TEHRAN, Sep. 25 (MNA) – Iranian and South Korean top diplomats the UN Security Council held a meeting in New York.

Iran U17 handball team beats S Korea to win Asia title

TEHRAN, Sep. 25 (MNA) – The Iranian handball team was crowned in the 1st Asian Men's U-17 Handball Championship 2025 on Thursday after beating the South Korean opponent.

Iranian climber wins bronze at World Championships

TEHRAN, Sep. 25 (MNA) – The Iranian climber secured fourth place at the World Climbing Championships in South Korea.

Iran, South Korea FMs discuss bilateral ties

TEHRAN, Sep. 19 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister and his South Korean counterpart Cho Hyun held a phone call on Friday to discuss bilateral relations and international issues.

Kim’s sister warns South Korea against drills with US

TEHRAN, Sep. 14 (MNA) – Kim Yo Jong, vice department director of the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea, warned Seoul against drills with the US.

S. Korea drafts new UN resolution on Iran sanctions snapback

TEHRAN, Sep. 09 (MNA) – South Korea on Monday finalized a draft U.N. Security Council resolution that would permanently lift sanctions on Iran.

Iran wins S. Korea at FIVB Volleyball Men’s U21 World C'ship

TEHRAN, Aug. 23 (MNA) – Iran gained a diffiuclt victory in its third match at the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men’s U21 World Championship on Saturday.

South Koran oil tanker catches fire, kills 1, injures 2

TEHRAN, Aug. 16 (MNA) – An oil tanker and a cargo ship caught fire in the southern coastal city of Yeosu early Saturday, killing one and leaving two others injured.

South Korea, US militaries to stage large-scale drills

TEHRAN, Aug. 07 (MNA) – South Korea and the United States will launch their annual large-scale military exercise this month to bolster readiness against North Korean threats

South Korean won listed for trade in Iran’s official exchange

TEHRAN, Aug. 04 (MNA) – The Central Bank of Iran (CBI) has added South Korean won (KRW) to the list of foreign currencies tradable in its official exchange market.

N. Korea rejects S. Korea’s new pres. call for reconciliation

TEHRAN, Jul. 28 (MNA) – North Korea has rejected the new South Korean President's call for reconciliation.