Korea-US Peninsula Diplomacy: South Korean President Lee Jae Myung told US President Donald Trump at the G7 that Washington should stay engaged in securing long-term peace on the Korean Peninsula, and Trump replied he would play a “necessary role” and cooperate closely with Seoul. Alliance Personnel & Security: The US Senate confirmed Korean American Michelle Steel as ambassador to South Korea, clearing the way for her to take up the post as both sides push alliance “modernization.” Inter-Korean Nuclear Power Shift: KHNP selected Yeongdeok (North Gyeongsang) for two large reactors and Gijang (Busan) for an SMR, a key step in expanding nuclear power under the Lee administration. Election Integrity Fallout: South Korea’s parliament launched a 45-day probe into the National Election Commission after ballot-paper shortages disrupted the June 3 local elections, with lawmakers promising reform and accountability. Capital Markets: The KOSPI surged past 9,000 for the first time, led by chipmakers, as investors bet on AI and semiconductors despite a hawkish Fed tone. Tech & Data Security: Tving’s personal data breach now affects about 19.5 million people, raising pressure on streaming platforms’ user-information management. AI Policy & Industry: Anthropic opened a Seoul office and signed MOUs with South Korea’s MSIT and partners as Washington’s AI export controls tighten. Energy Price Watch: Seoul will keep fuel price ceilings for now while it monitors the US-Iran deal’s impact on oil markets and household costs.