@torch1982: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun signed a memorandum of understanding on the transfer of convicted persons between the two countries on Wednesday. Key details: 🤝 The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the 81st UN General Assembly in New York 📋 It covers the transfer of prisoners between Tehran and Seoul 🗣️ The two ministers also discussed bilateral relations, ways to strengthen cooperation, and regional developments in West Asia and the Korean Peninsula Araghchi's message to Seoul: He emphasized the importance of a "responsible and realistic approach" from all countries 🚫 Called on South Korea to avoid any actions that could be seen as supporting "illegal and aggressive" US moves in the region 🌊 Pointed to "imposed insecurity" in the Strait of Hormuz due to US and Israeli actions Context: The prisoner transfer agreement had been in the works since at least May 2026, when Iran's Justice Ministry and South Korea's ambassador discussed finalizing it . The Iranian cabinet had authorized the Justice Ministry to negotiate and sign the agreement in June . #Iran #SouthKorea #Araghchi #ChoHyun #UNGA