Analysis of information sources in references of the Wikipedia article "غزو اليابان لكوريا (1592-1598)" in Arabic language version.
Just as a complete Japanese victory appeared imminent, Admiral Yi entered the war and quickly turned the tide.
At this point in 1593, the war entered a stalemate during which intrigues and negotiations failed to produce a settlement. As the suzerain of Joseon Korea, Ming China exercised tight control over the Koreans during the war. At the same time, Ming China negotiated bilaterally with Japan while often ignoring the wishes of the Korean government.
Just as a complete Japanese victory appeared imminent, Admiral Yi entered the war and quickly turned the tide.
At this point in 1593, the war entered a stalemate during which intrigues and negotiations failed to produce a settlement. As the suzerain of Joseon Korea, Ming China exercised tight control over the Koreans during the war. At the same time, Ming China negotiated bilaterally with Japan while often ignoring the wishes of the Korean government.