Event Brief
Russians Lead Asylum Applications in S. Korea
Filed: Feb 17, 2026 at 6:06 PM ET
Summary: Russians made up the largest share of asylum seekers in South Korea for the third consecutive year in 2025.
WHO: Russians
WHAT: Asylum applications
WHEN: Feb 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
WHERE: Seoul
WHY: Increased number of asylum seekers from Russia
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