South Korean President Lee Jae Myung rejects President Trump's demand for troops to be sent to Iran, prioritizing national interests and diplomatic solutions.
South Korea's Democratic Party won local elections but lost the Seoul mayor's race.
President Lee Jae Myung's popularity is projected to influence South Korean elections following his predecessor's ouster.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi are set to meet, aiming to move past historical disputes and foster cooperation.