Pres. Lee holds emergency meeting after Israel strikes Iran, emphasizes people's safety

AND South Korea in response convened an emergency meeting at the top office earlier this afternoon.

President Lee Jae-myung called on relevant officials to check on the situation facing Koreans residing in the region and to ensure their safety.

He also urged close monitoring of the economy as Israel's preemptive strike against Iran rattles global markets with oil prices soaring and stocks losing ground.

To the broader public here the president spoke against excessive concern.