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Who is Kim Keon-hee, described as South Korea’s ‘Lady Macbeth’?

The country’s first lady has been accused of corruption and stock price manipulation in the past.

Al Jazeera · Dec 17, 2024

Battle erupts over South Korean court that will determine the fate of impeached Yoon

South Korea’s acting leader has vowed to convey to the world that things are back to normal following parliament’s impeachment of conservative President Yoon Suk Yeol

The Independent UK · Dec 17, 2024

South Korean officials seek stability as Joe Biden says alliance ‘linchpin’ in region

Lee Jae-myung, the opposition leader, offers to work with the government of Han Duck-soo, the acting president after impeachment of Yoon Suk Yeol

The Guardian - AU · Dec 15, 2024

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WATCH: South Koreans Celebrate President's Impeachment After His Martial Law Decree Nearly Plunged Country Into Political Crisis

Celebration broke out in the streets of Seoul, South Korea after the nation's National Assembly voted to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol following his short-lived attempt to declare martial law earlier this month.

Latin Times · Dec 14, 2024

South Korean President Who Blasted Parliament as 'Den Of Criminals' Impeached After Brief Attempt To Impose Martial Law

The National Assembly voted 204-85 to impeach Yoon Suk Yeol for 'insurrectionary acts undermining the constitutional order'

Latin Times · Dec 14, 2024

'I'm So Happy': Tears Of Joy, K-pop On Seoul Streets As Yoon Impeached

South Koreans wept and screamed with joy in freezing Seoul on Saturday as parliament voted to remove President Yoon Suk Yeol from office over his failed bid to impose martial law.

International Business Times · Dec 14, 2024

South Korea’s Constitutional Court to rule on President Yoon's impeachment over martial law declaration

The ruling is expected to be made at 11am on April 4, with TV stations broadcasting the decision live

Evening Standard · Dec 14, 2024

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South Korea National Assembly votes to impeach President Yoon Suk-yeol

Some members of Yoon’s own conservative People Power Party provided crucial votes backing the impeachment.

Al Jazeera · Dec 14, 2024

South Korea impeachment: jubilation in Seoul as president Yoon Suk Yeol impeached – as it happened

Seoul police said at least 200,000 people had massed outside parliament in support of removing the president

The Guardian - AU · Dec 14, 2024

South Korean Lawmakers To Vote On President's Impeachment

South Korean lawmakers set for crucial vote on impeachment motion against President Yoon Suk Yeol amid public protests and political tension.

Will South Korea’s President Yoon survive second impeachment motion?

The stakes are high for President Yoon Suk-yeol as the opposition tries again to impeach him for declaring martial law.

Al Jazeera · Dec 14, 2024

Who is Francois Bayrou, France’s new prime minister?

The 73-year-old centrist and leader of the Democratic Movement will replace Michel Barnier, who lost a confidence vote.

Al Jazeera · Dec 13, 2024

Emmanuel Macron Appoints François Bayrou As Prime Minister

French President Macron appoints François Bayrou, a trusted centrist ally, as the new Prime Minister to restore stability.

Friday briefing: After a week of chaos, will South Korea impeach its president?

In today’s newsletter: With protesters taking to the streets and parliament set to vote on ending his presidency, what does Yoon’s failed declaration of martial law mean for his future – and that of the nation?

The Guardian - UK · Dec 13, 2024

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The Conversation · Dec 12, 2024

South Korea shook a presidential power grab – failure to impeach now risks damaging democracy

Days after announcing – and then rescinding – martial law in South Korea, President Yoon Suk Yeol’s future remains uncertain.

International Business Times · Dec 12, 2024

K-pop, Carols, Free Food At South Korea Impeachment Protests

Waving colourful glow sticks, singing parody songs and sporting elaborate outfits, demonstrators in Seoul this week calling for President Yoon Suk Yeol's departure have highlighted South Korea's unique and creative protest culture.

Al Jazeera · Dec 12, 2024

South Korea opposition parties submit new motion to impeach President Yoon

President denies rebellion charges as police make new attempt to raid presidential office over failed martial law bid.

The Independent UK · Dec 11, 2024

North Korea breaks silence on South Korean martial law crisis

Articles published in North Korean newspapers describe short-lived martial law as ‘insane act’

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Al Jazeera · Dec 11, 2024

South Korean police raid presidential office, ex-minister attempts suicide

Developments come as opposition party prepares to make second bid to impeach President Yoon Suk-yeol.

The Independent UK · Dec 10, 2024

South Korean parliament approves special counsel to investigate Yoon over martial law order

Protests demanding Yoon’s resignation continue as president clings to power amid turmoil

Radio France Internationale · Dec 10, 2024

Outgoing French government to present 'special' budget to avoid shutdown

The outgoing French government has prepared a "special" budget to keep the country running through the end of the year, after Prime Minister Michel Barnier lost a confidence vote in the National Assembly, which had rejected large parts of the proposed 2025 budget.

The Independent UK · Dec 10, 2024

South Korean prosecutors seek to arrest ex-defense minister over martial law

South Korean prosecutors are seeking to formally arrest the former defense minister alleged to have colluded with President Yoon Suk Yeol and others in imposing martial law last week

International Business Times · Dec 9, 2024

'I Voted For The People': S. Korea MP Defied Party To Try Impeach President

As South Korean lawmakers tried to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol for declaring martial law, ruling party MPs stormed out of the chamber to thwart the effort -- except for Ahn Cheol-soo.

The Independent UK · Dec 9, 2024

Travel ban on South Korea’s Yoon amid investigation into his martial law decree

Yoon Suk Yeol still the commander-in-chief of South Korea‘s military, defence ministry says

South Korean Special Forces Commander Apologizes For Parliament Incident

South Korea's special forces commander apologizes for ordering troops to storm National Assembly during martial law, sparking investigations and political ...

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