Russia warns South Korea against joining NATO Ukraine arms initiative

Russia cautioned South Korea against participating in the NATO-led Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) that funds Ukrainian weapon purchases. Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stated Seoul's potential involvement would undermine conflict resolution prospects and violate its non-involvement stance. Moscow warned this alignment with NATO would compel Russia to retaliate, eliminating dialogue possibilities on the Korean Peninsula. South Korea is reportedly reviewing PURL participation to finance U.S. weapons for Ukraine, deepening European defense ties. The initiative, launched July 2025, pools NATO contributions for U.S.-made arms instead of separate purchases.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/02/21/ukraine-russia-cautions-south-korea-on-nato-arms-purchase/