Arrest of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Sparks Violent Protests
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, arrested on December 3rd for abuse of authority and insurrection following a failed attempt to impose martial law, is now being held in the Seoul Detention Center, sparking violent protests by his supporters that resulted in nine police injuries and 86 arrests.
Arrest of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Sparks Violent Protests
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, arrested on December 3rd for abuse of authority and insurrection following a failed attempt to impose martial law, is now being held in the Seoul Detention Center, sparking violent protests by his supporters that resulted in nine police injuries and 86 arrests.
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South Korean President Arrested Amidst Political Crisis
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was arrested on Wednesday at his official residence by the Corruption Investigation Office for High-Ranking Officials (CIO) following his controversial declaration of martial law last month and amid multiple investigations and an impeachment effort against him, s...
South Korean President Arrested Amidst Political Crisis
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was arrested on Wednesday at his official residence by the Corruption Investigation Office for High-Ranking Officials (CIO) following his controversial declaration of martial law last month and amid multiple investigations and an impeachment effort against him, s...
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Lebanon Elects New President After Two-Year Vacancy
Joseph Aoun, a 61-year-old former Lebanese army commander, was elected Lebanon's 14th president on December 1, 2024, after a two-year vacancy, winning 99 votes in parliament, ending a period of political paralysis following a devastating war with Israel and amid a deep economic crisis.
Lebanon Elects New President After Two-Year Vacancy
Joseph Aoun, a 61-year-old former Lebanese army commander, was elected Lebanon's 14th president on December 1, 2024, after a two-year vacancy, winning 99 votes in parliament, ending a period of political paralysis following a devastating war with Israel and amid a deep economic crisis.
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Joseph Aoun Elected President of Lebanon
Following over two years of political gridlock, Lebanon's parliament elected General Joseph Aoun as the new president on Thursday, securing 99 votes; he'll require a constitutional amendment to assume office.
Joseph Aoun Elected President of Lebanon
Following over two years of political gridlock, Lebanon's parliament elected General Joseph Aoun as the new president on Thursday, securing 99 votes; he'll require a constitutional amendment to assume office.
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Lebanon Elects General Aoun as President After Two-Year Vacuum
After 12 failed attempts, Lebanon elected General Joseph Aoun as its new president on January 25th, ending a two-year political vacuum and paving the way for international aid, crucial for rebuilding after a war and political turmoil. Aoun secured 99 votes in a second round of voting.
Lebanon Elects General Aoun as President After Two-Year Vacuum
After 12 failed attempts, Lebanon elected General Joseph Aoun as its new president on January 25th, ending a two-year political vacuum and paving the way for international aid, crucial for rebuilding after a war and political turmoil. Aoun secured 99 votes in a second round of voting.
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Lebanon Elects US-Backed Army Chief as President
Lebanon's parliament elected US-backed army chief Joseph Aoun as president after a years-long stalemate, ending 12 failed attempts; Aoun won 99 out of 128 votes, vowing to tackle Lebanon's crises and disarm Hezbollah.
Lebanon Elects US-Backed Army Chief as President
Lebanon's parliament elected US-backed army chief Joseph Aoun as president after a years-long stalemate, ending 12 failed attempts; Aoun won 99 out of 128 votes, vowing to tackle Lebanon's crises and disarm Hezbollah.
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South Korean President Refuses Investigation, Supporters Riot
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol, detained on insurrection charges, refused a Sunday corruption investigation, prompting 86 supporters to violently protest at the Seoul Western District Court, resulting in government condemnation and calls for stern legal action.
South Korean President Refuses Investigation, Supporters Riot
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol, detained on insurrection charges, refused a Sunday corruption investigation, prompting 86 supporters to violently protest at the Seoul Western District Court, resulting in government condemnation and calls for stern legal action.
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Saudi Arabia Secures Aoun's Presidency in Lebanon, Ending Stalemate
Following a Saudi-led diplomatic push, General Michel Aoun was elected President of Lebanon on Thursday, ending a two-year stalemate and marking a potential shift away from Iranian influence. Hezbollah and its allies surprisingly voted for Aoun despite his pledge to disarm the group.
Saudi Arabia Secures Aoun's Presidency in Lebanon, Ending Stalemate
Following a Saudi-led diplomatic push, General Michel Aoun was elected President of Lebanon on Thursday, ending a two-year stalemate and marking a potential shift away from Iranian influence. Hezbollah and its allies surprisingly voted for Aoun despite his pledge to disarm the group.
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Lebanon Elects Military Commander as President After Two-Year Vacancy
Lebanon elected Joseph Aoun, its military commander, as president after a 2-year vacancy, succeeding 12 failed attempts. His election follows Hezbollah's weakened influence after a war with Israel, and he faces challenges in uniting Lebanon's divided parliament and disarming Hezbollah.
Lebanon Elects Military Commander as President After Two-Year Vacancy
Lebanon elected Joseph Aoun, its military commander, as president after a 2-year vacancy, succeeding 12 failed attempts. His election follows Hezbollah's weakened influence after a war with Israel, and he faces challenges in uniting Lebanon's divided parliament and disarming Hezbollah.
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Lebanon Elects New President Amidst Crisis
Lebanon's parliament elected army chief Joseph Aoun as president on Thursday after a two-year vacancy, aiming to address the country's financial crisis and oversee a ceasefire following the recent war between Israel and Hezbollah; international pressure played a significant role in the election.
Lebanon Elects New President Amidst Crisis
Lebanon's parliament elected army chief Joseph Aoun as president on Thursday after a two-year vacancy, aiming to address the country's financial crisis and oversee a ceasefire following the recent war between Israel and Hezbollah; international pressure played a significant role in the election.
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Lebanon Elects New President Amidst Ceasefire and Hezbollah Tensions
Lebanon's parliament elected army commander Joseph Aoun as president after a two-year vacancy, aiming to strengthen the army's role, particularly in south Lebanon where Hezbollah's influence is contested, and to facilitate the implementation of a recent ceasefire with Israel.
Lebanon Elects New President Amidst Ceasefire and Hezbollah Tensions
Lebanon's parliament elected army commander Joseph Aoun as president after a two-year vacancy, aiming to strengthen the army's role, particularly in south Lebanon where Hezbollah's influence is contested, and to facilitate the implementation of a recent ceasefire with Israel.
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Lebanon Elects Army Commander Joseph Aoun as President
The Lebanese parliament elected army commander Joseph Aoun as president on Thursday, ending a two-year deadlock after 12 previous failed attempts; he secured 71 votes in the second round, following 71 votes in the first round, surpassing the simple majority needed after failing to achieve the two-th...
Lebanon Elects Army Commander Joseph Aoun as President
The Lebanese parliament elected army commander Joseph Aoun as president on Thursday, ending a two-year deadlock after 12 previous failed attempts; he secured 71 votes in the second round, following 71 votes in the first round, surpassing the simple majority needed after failing to achieve the two-th...
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36% Bias Score