South Korea President Withdraws Unprecedented Martial Law Declaration
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law on Tuesday, accusing the opposition of anti-state activities, but withdrew the measure hours later after Parliament voted to overturn it; this is the first time martial law has been declared in South Korea since 1980.
South Korea President Withdraws Unprecedented Martial Law Declaration
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law on Tuesday, accusing the opposition of anti-state activities, but withdrew the measure hours later after Parliament voted to overturn it; this is the first time martial law has been declared in South Korea since 1980.
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South Korea Declares Martial Law Amidst Political Crisis
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, citing threats from pro-North Korean forces within the opposition, leading to the immediate blockage of the National Assembly, a ban on political activities, and a significant drop in the South Korean won.
South Korea Declares Martial Law Amidst Political Crisis
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, citing threats from pro-North Korean forces within the opposition, leading to the immediate blockage of the National Assembly, a ban on political activities, and a significant drop in the South Korean won.
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South Korea Parliament Rejects President Yoon's Martial Law Declaration
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law for one hour and fifty minutes to counter the opposition's impeachment efforts and economic policies, but parliament swiftly overturned the decree after 190 out of 300 members voted against it.
South Korea Parliament Rejects President Yoon's Martial Law Declaration
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law for one hour and fifty minutes to counter the opposition's impeachment efforts and economic policies, but parliament swiftly overturned the decree after 190 out of 300 members voted against it.
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Seoul Shares Fall Despite U.S. Gains Amidst Trade Dispute Concerns
Seoul shares ended lower on December 2nd, 2024, despite U.S. market gains, due to foreign and retail selling exceeding institutional buying, fueled by concerns over U.S.-China trade disputes and impacting tech stocks, with the KOSPI closing at 2,454.48 points.
Seoul Shares Fall Despite U.S. Gains Amidst Trade Dispute Concerns
Seoul shares ended lower on December 2nd, 2024, despite U.S. market gains, due to foreign and retail selling exceeding institutional buying, fueled by concerns over U.S.-China trade disputes and impacting tech stocks, with the KOSPI closing at 2,454.48 points.
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40% Bias Score
China-Russia Joint Air Patrol Provokes South Korea
On Friday, Chinese and Russian fighter jets jointly patrolled the Sea of Japan, entering South Korea's ADIZ without notification, prompting an emergency response from South Korean forces; this action follows Russia's warning against South Korea providing arms to Ukraine.
China-Russia Joint Air Patrol Provokes South Korea
On Friday, Chinese and Russian fighter jets jointly patrolled the Sea of Japan, entering South Korea's ADIZ without notification, prompting an emergency response from South Korean forces; this action follows Russia's warning against South Korea providing arms to Ukraine.
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North Korea-Russia Economic Cooperation Agreement Sparks Concerns
North Korea and Russia signed a new economic cooperation agreement, raising concerns in South Korea about potential military and technological advancements in North Korea.
North Korea-Russia Economic Cooperation Agreement Sparks Concerns
North Korea and Russia signed a new economic cooperation agreement, raising concerns in South Korea about potential military and technological advancements in North Korea.
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South Korea President Declares, Then Revokes, Martial Law Amid Political Crisis
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law early Wednesday, citing an alleged pro-North Korean plot to overthrow the government; however, lawmakers quickly voted to end the declaration amidst widespread outrage and concerns about the lack of evidence.
South Korea President Declares, Then Revokes, Martial Law Amid Political Crisis
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law early Wednesday, citing an alleged pro-North Korean plot to overthrow the government; however, lawmakers quickly voted to end the declaration amidst widespread outrage and concerns about the lack of evidence.
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South Korea Declares Martial Law Amidst Political Crisis
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law on Tuesday, citing threats to the constitutional order from pro-North Korea elements, following the opposition party's budget cuts and impeachment attempts against government officials; this sparked widespread criticism and led to the suspens...
South Korea Declares Martial Law Amidst Political Crisis
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law on Tuesday, citing threats to the constitutional order from pro-North Korea elements, following the opposition party's budget cuts and impeachment attempts against government officials; this sparked widespread criticism and led to the suspens...
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48% Bias Score
South Korea: Martial Law Declared, Then Lifted Amid Budget Dispute
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared and then lifted martial law within hours due to a political dispute over the national budget; the opposition-controlled National Assembly voted unanimously to end the emergency, and the military withdrew.
South Korea: Martial Law Declared, Then Lifted Amid Budget Dispute
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared and then lifted martial law within hours due to a political dispute over the national budget; the opposition-controlled National Assembly voted unanimously to end the emergency, and the military withdrew.
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Seoul Women's University Protests Coeducation Plan Amidst Safety Concerns
Students at Dongduk Women's University in Seoul are protesting the administration's plan to admit male students, citing safety concerns and a lack of consultation; the protest, involving sit-ins and police intervention, reflects broader tensions regarding gender equality and women's safety in South ...
Seoul Women's University Protests Coeducation Plan Amidst Safety Concerns
Students at Dongduk Women's University in Seoul are protesting the administration's plan to admit male students, citing safety concerns and a lack of consultation; the protest, involving sit-ins and police intervention, reflects broader tensions regarding gender equality and women's safety in South ...
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Sado Mines Memorial Renews Japan-South Korea Tensions
Japan's memorial ceremony for victims of forced labor at the Sado gold mines, a UNESCO World Heritage site, sparked a diplomatic row with South Korea, which boycotted the event.
Sado Mines Memorial Renews Japan-South Korea Tensions
Japan's memorial ceremony for victims of forced labor at the Sado gold mines, a UNESCO World Heritage site, sparked a diplomatic row with South Korea, which boycotted the event.
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NK-Russia Cooperation Spurs South Korean Concerns
South Korea expresses concerns over growing military and economic ties between North Korea and Russia, fearing regional destabilization.
NK-Russia Cooperation Spurs South Korean Concerns
South Korea expresses concerns over growing military and economic ties between North Korea and Russia, fearing regional destabilization.
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32% Bias Score