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Mozambique's New President Faces Stability Crisis Amidst Post-Election Violence

Following a disputed election in Mozambique, President-elect Daniel Chapo's inauguration was met with little international support, as three months of violent protests and unrest continue, resulting in approximately 300 deaths, according to a Mozambican NGO. Six more deaths occurred in recent clashe...

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South Korean Authorities Arrest Impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol After Standoff

South Korean authorities arrested former President Yoon Suk-yeol on Wednesday morning at his residence following a six-hour standoff, marking the second attempt and making him the first South Korean president arrested during his term, facing charges of insurrection and abuse of power after briefly d...

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Disputed Election Results Spark Crisis as Chapo Becomes Mozambique's President

Amidst widespread protests and a threatened national strike, Daniel Chapo, who won 65% of the votes in a disputed election, was sworn in as Mozambique's new president on Wednesday, triggering a legitimacy crisis and highlighting concerns about electoral integrity and political violence.

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South Korea: Political Crisis Exacerbates Economic Slowdown

South Korea's political instability, marked by the president's arrest and martial law declaration, coincides with an economic slowdown; the won plummeted, inflation rose, and growth forecasts were slashed, revealing underlying structural weaknesses.

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South Korean Court Hears Impeachment Case Against President Yoon

On January 14th, South Korea's Constitutional Court began hearing the impeachment case against President Yoon Suk Yeol, who attempted to impose martial law on December 3rd, prompting his suspension and triggering a political crisis that may culminate in a new presidential election.

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Lebanon Names New Prime Minister Amidst Post-War Reconstruction

Following a 14-month war with Hezbollah, Lebanon elected Gen. Joseph Aoun as president and appointed Nawaf Salam as prime minister-designate, sparking hope for billions in foreign investment to rebuild the war-torn nation and address a five-year economic crisis.

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Maduro's Inauguration: Failed Opposition Bid and Venezuelan Disillusionment

Nicolás Maduro's inauguration on January 10th, 2024, despite opposition efforts led by María Corina Machado to expose electoral fraud and mobilize voters, maintained the status quo in Venezuela, leading to widespread disillusionment.

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Second Arrest Attempt for Impeached South Korean President Yoon Fails

On January 17th, South Korean police attempted to arrest President Yoon Suk Yeol at his residence following his December 3rd declaration of martial law, which was lifted hours later, leading to his impeachment on December 14th. The attempt involved 3,200 officers and resulted in a standoff with pres...

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Mozambique Faces Political Crisis After Disputed Election

Following a disputed election in Mozambique, opposition leader Venancio Mondlane called for a three-day strike, resulting in deserted streets and a boycott of parliament's opening by smaller parties; President-elect Daniel Chapo called for calm amidst unrest that caused approximately 300 deaths, acc...

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Chapo Inaugurated Amidst Mozambique's Post-Election Crisis

Daniel Chapo was sworn in as Mozambique's president on January 15th amidst a post-election crisis that has claimed 303 lives, according to local NGOs, following disputed results and widespread unrest.

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Lebanon's New Prime Minister Pledges to Rescue Crisis-Hit Nation

Lebanon's newly designated Prime Minister, Nawaf Salam, pledged to "rescue, reform, and rebuild" the crisis-hit nation, extending an olive branch to Hezbollah despite their opposition, following a 14-month war with Israel that killed 4,000 and injured over 16,000, and aims to implement UN Resolution...

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Lebanon Appoints International Judge as Prime Minister Amidst Political Turmoil

On January 13th, Nawaf Salam, a 71-year-old international judge and former UN ambassador, was appointed Lebanon's Prime Minister with 84 out of 128 votes, lacking Hezbollah's support, aiming to reform the country's institutions and decrease Hezbollah's influence amidst a deep economic crisis.

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