South Korea
Follow the latest South Korea news, videos, and analysis from ABC News.
- Aug 29
Defense chief: US poised to resume military exercises with S. Korea
U.N. Ambassador Nicky Haley said "it's possible" that North Korea may be changing its mind on denuclearization.
Aug 29
- Aug 28
Mattis says no decision yet on suspending more South Korea exercises
As talks with North Korea have stalled, James Mattis said no decisions have been made yet as to whether the United States will resume large-scale military exercises.
Aug 28
- Aug 20
Ahead of cross-border family reunion, South Koreans express anticipation
Senior citizens in South Korea will rejoin their long-lost family members from North in 68 years.
Aug 20
- Aug 8
Shaved ice is the hottest trend in South Korea
It's been a record hot summer and locals are turning to a sweet treat to beat the heat: "bingsu," or shaved ice.
Aug 8
- Aug 4
Thousands of women protest against spy cameras, gender-biased investigations
The protestors rallied against spy cameras and gender-biased investigations.
Aug 4
- Jul 19
South Korean government, shipping company ordered to pay compensation for 2014 Sewol ferry disaster that killed 304
More than 300 people, mostly students, died in 2014 when a ferry boat sank.
Jul 19
- Jul 16
Millions of guests expected to visit mud festival in South Korea
The Boryeong Mud Festival features mud slides, mud pools, mud soccer games and more.
Jul 16
- Jul 7
Canceled US 'war game' with South Korea would have cost $14 million
Trump had called joint military drills with South Korea "very expensive."
Jul 7
- Jul 2
South Korea witnesses the birth of a sport from the future: drone soccer
The mechanical whirring of rotor-blades, electronic dance music blasting on speakers, and a light spectacle powered by countless LEDs.
Jul 2
- Jul 2
South Korea witnesses the birth of a sport from the future: drone soccer
The final competition for the 'The 2018 Robo Universe Drone Soccer competition' took place Saturday in Goyang city, an hour away from Seoul.
Jul 2
- Jun 19
US, South Korea suspend joint military exercise
The suspension comes after President Trump promised to stop the "war games" at his meeting with North Korea's Kim Jong Un.
Jun 19 - Jun 19
South Korea calls for 'corresponding measures' from the North after military exercise with US suspended
South Korea Tuesday confirmed the Pentagon's announcement of the suspension of a major joint military exercise in August and called for North Korea to reciprocate.
Jun 19 - Jun 15
South Korean foreign minister 'surprised' by Trump
When asked by ABC News whether North Korean leader Kim Jong Un could be trusted - South Korea's foreign minister replied that "trust is a tricky word."
Jun 15 - Jun 15
South Korea and US begin discussing end to military drills
North Korea views the joint displays as a threat of invasion.
Jun 15 - Jun 15
Suspending war games with South Korea a 'mistake': McCain
He said that calling them provocative "undermines our security and alliances."
Jun 15 - Jun 14
South Korean foreign minister says she was 'surprised' when Trump said joint military exercises would end
South Korea's foreign minister said she was "surprised" after President Donald Trump announced that U.S. - South Korea joint military exercises would end and - when asked by ABC News whether North Korean leader Kim Jong Un could be trusted - replied that "trust is a tricky word."
Jun 14 - Jun 7
Car crashes into US Embassy gates in South Korea's capital
A car crashed into the gate of the U.S. Embassy in South Korea's capital city Thursday, police said.
Jun 7 - May 2
South Korea vows to keep US troops even if deal to end war reached
U.S. troops will remain in S. Korea regardless of any peace treaty with North.
May 2 - Apr 18
South Korean actress kidnapped and forced to make North Korean movies dies at 92
Choi Eun-hee was kidnapped in the 1970s.
Apr 18 - Apr 13
South Korea's 'yogurt ladies' ride motorized fridges to bring your dairy fix
The fleet of delivery ladies used to have to drag along heavy carts all day.
Apr 13 - Apr 2
South Korea's K-pop stars surprised by North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's appearance at performance
Kim Jong Un and his wife attended a concert by South Korean musicians.
Apr 2 - Mar 20
US, South Korea announce annual military exercises to begin on April 1
The U.S. and South Korea delayed exercises until after the Olympics.
Mar 20 - Mar 9
US soldier found dead at Army base in South Korea
The soldier was found unresponsive on Friday morning.
Mar 9 - Feb 16
How South Korea celebrates the Lunar New Year -- all about family
South Korea is celebrating the Lunar New Year this weekend.
Feb 16 - Feb 6
What to know about Pyeongchang, South Korea
Pyeongchang is known as the "happy 700" because it's located 700 meters above sea level.
Feb 6 - Jan 12
Life goes on in South Korea amidst North Korea talks, threats of war
In Hwacheon, South Korea, the people celebrated the annual fishing festival, as helicopters patrolled the skies above.
Jan 12 - Jan 6
Talks scheduled between North and South Korea
The 2 countries plan to speak about North Korea's participation in the Winter Olympics.
Jan 6 - Jan 5
In small breakthrough, Koreas will meet for talks on Tuesday
The rival Koreas will hold for their first formal talks in more than two years next week to find ways to cooperate on the Winter Olympics and to improve their abysmal ties
Jan 5 - Jan 4
US agrees to delay joint military exercises with South Korea until after Olympics
The joint exercises would be delayed until late March or April at the earliest.
Jan 4 - Dec 15
2 South Korean journalists beaten by Chinese guards in Beijing
The journalists were covering the South Korean president's visit to China.
Dec 15 - Nov 24
Cheering crowds greet South Korean students taking make-or-break college entrance exams
The annual entrance exam takers are surrounded by cheering fellow students.
Nov 24 - Nov 15
Another South Korea earthquake more cause for alarm about seismic activity
Seoul felt the vibration several hundred miles away.
Nov 15 - Nov 1
- Oct 31
Korean baseball includes dance moves and booming cheers
The fans are spurred by cheerleaders to support their teams and create a sense of togetherness.
Oct 31 - Oct 30
A song and dance for candy
Dragon's beard candy is a traditional Chinese snack becoming more popular by the day in South Korea - each candy even comes with its own performance.
Oct 30 - Sep 5
South Korean warships carry out live-fire exercises
South Korea's military also checked its combat positions off the Korean Coast after the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations told the Security Council that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is "begging for war."
Sep 5 - Aug 30
US defense chief meets with South Korean defense minister
ABC News' Amna Nawaz recaps the meeting, where Secretary of Defense James Mattis said the U.S. is not out of diplomatic solutions for North Korea, with analysis from Luis Martinez and Conor Finnegan.
Aug 30 - Aug 22
Anti-terror drill executed in Seoul
Seoul Metro conducted an anti-terror drill involving police and emergency workers which used various scenarios, such as poison gas being released in a subway car.
Aug 22 - Jun 30
President Trump meets with South Korea's Moon Jae-in
ABC News' Lana Zak, Ali Rogin and MaryAlice Parks report from Washington, D.C.
Jun 30 - May 9
Progressive Moon Jae-in elected president in South Korea, favors dialogue with North Korea
Moon Jae-in favors greater dialogue, negotiation with Pyongyang.
May 9 - May 9
Progressive wins South Korean presidential election
Moon Jae-in, a longtime opposition leader who favors opening a dialogue with North Korea, is claiming victory as South Korea's next president, ending a decade of conservative rule.
May 9 - May 2
What you need to know about the US missile defense system now active in S. Korea
A US official confirms the system is now operational.
May 2 - May 2
THAAD anti-missile system operational in South Korea
THAAD anti-missile system operational in South Korea
May 2 - Mar 11
People celebrate the impeachment of South Korea's president in the streets
For months, South Koreas have gathered each Saturday to demand the president's resignation.
Mar 11 - Mar 10
Deadly protests erupt after court ousts South Korea's leader
Eight judges voted unanimously to formally remove President Park Geun-hye from office.
Mar 10 - Mar 10
US begins to deploy antimissile system in South Korea
The U.S. response came as North Korea state media said recent missile tests ordered by North Korea's Kim Jong Un were "practice" for hitting U.S. military bases in the region.
Mar 10 - Mar 10
South Korean president ousted
A court unanimously ruled to remove the country's president from office.
Mar 10 - Mar 7
US setting up missile defense system in South Korea
The United States has begun to set up an anti-missile system in South Korea to help protect that nation from a possible North Korean attack.
Mar 7 - Feb 6
South Korea Vows to Strengthen Requirements for Lithium-Ion Batteries
Samsung was forced to scrap its Galaxy Note7 phones last year after numerous lithium-ion batteries reportedly caught fire.
Feb 6 - Feb 1
Defense Secretary James Mattis Visits South Korea and Japan in 1st Overseas Trip
James Mattis' visit is intended to reassure U.S. allies in the region.
Feb 1