President Yoon Suk Yeol returned to South Korea after a trip to Central Asian countries, coinciding with escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula ahead of a summit between the leaders of Russia and North Korea. Amid concerns about potential military cooperation between Russia and North Korea, President Yoon's office confirmed his visit and emphasized the need to safeguard South Korea's rights and security. Additionally, there are plans for a vice ministerial dialogue with China to discuss regional security and foreign and defense affairs, marking a significant development in bilateral relations following a period of strained ties. The heightened tensions on the Korean Peninsula, including recent provocations from North Korea, have led South Korea to suspend the inter-Korean peace pact and resume loudspeaker deployment along the border. President Yoon is facing a critical juncture, with concerns about potential instability in the region due to Putin's visit and the possibility of North Korea advancing its weapons and satellite technology with Russia. Furthermore, domestic challenges loom as planned doctors' strikes could disrupt medical services nationwide. Despite these challenges, recent polls indicate that a majority of South Koreans approve of President Yoon's tough stance against North Korea's provocations, with his job approval rating showing a significant increase in the second week of June. President Yoon's visit to Central Asian countries garnered support for the complete denuclearization of North Korea and lasting peace on the Korean Peninsula from Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan. These countries have also been commended for their efforts in nuclear nonproliferation, with Kazakhstan voluntarily relinquishing nuclear weapons and Uzbekistan consistently endorsing South Korea's stance toward North Korea. Additionally, recent polls have shown approval for South Korea's measures in response to North Korea's provocations, as well as an increase in President Yoon's job approval rating.