S Korea's Lee rejects intel leak claim as 'absurd'

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has rejected as "absurd" claims that his minister overseeing relations with North Korea revealed classified information provided by the United States on Pyongyang's nuclear facilities. The allegations come amid reports that the US has restricted intelligence sharing with South Korea due to concerns about leaks. Lee's strong denial represents a direct response to the growing diplomatic tension between the two allies over sensitive intelligence matters. The situation highlights ongoing challenges in US-South Korea cooperation regarding North Korean nuclear threats.