Seoul: The presidential National Security Council convened Sunday to discuss ways to minimize the impact of the Middle East crisis following the United States' strikes on nuclear facilities in Iran, the presidential office said. National Security Adviser Wi Sung-lac held the meeting with presidential aides on foreign affairs and security after the U.S. conducted precision strikes on three key nuclear facilities in Iran in an escalating conflict between Israel and Iran.

According to Yonhap News Agency, during the meeting, Wi stressed the importance of protecting the lives and safety of the Korean people and ensuring the stability of daily life, as noted by presidential spokesperson Kang Yu-jung. Wi urged close communication and cooperation among relevant ministries to minimize the impact of the recent series of developments in the Middle East on the Korean Peninsula's security and economic conditions.

The presidential office said it will closely monitor the evolving situation and continue to lead follow-up discussions as necessary.