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South Korea recalls Ukraine envoy over North Korean POW disclosure

South Korea says it will recall its ambassador to Ukraine after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy revealed the transfer of two North Korean prisoners of war. Seoul says the disclosure breached a confidentiality agreement; Kyiv denies agreeing to one.

Syrian general receives protection in Lebanon, BBC and NPR find

A BBC and NPR investigation found that former Syrian general Bassam al-Hassan is receiving protection and financial support in Lebanon while providing information about missing journalist Austin Tice. Syrian officials say they want Hassan returned to face trial.