Daily brief
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has pledged to continue cooperation with Russia in a letter to President Vladimir Putin, following his recent pledge of "unconditional" support for Moscow's policies.
South Korean President Lee is set to visit Japan, with Seoul hoping to strengthen cooperation on historical issues during the trip, following his recent visit to China.
The United States has confirmed its withdrawal from 66 global organizations, including the South Korea-based Green Climate Fund, drawing criticism from former UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon.
Prosecutors in South Korea are expected to recommend either a death or life sentence for former President Yoon in his ongoing insurrection trial.
A Seoul city councilor at the center of bribery allegations is set to return to South Korea from the United States.