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According to Reuters, acting Chief Justice Moon Hyung-bae delivered the verdict, emphasizing that Yoon had overstepped his constitutional authority and violated his duty as president.

South Korea's wildfires have already burned 35,810 hectares and come on the heels of the country's hottest year on record.

While no major agreements were reached, the talks signal a willingness among the three nations to navigate their differences and maintain dialogue in a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape

South Korean Air Force attributed the accident to a pilot's error in inputting coordinates, leading the bombs to fall outside the designated training range

For the first time in nine years, South Korea has experienced an increase in its birthrate, a development attributed to government policies and changing societal attitudes toward marriage and family. In 2024, the fertility rate rose to 0.75 from 0.72 in 2023, marking a significant milestone for a nation that has long grappled with declining […]

The incident occurred at 9:49 a.m. local time, Tuesday, when five 50-meter concrete structures, meant to support a bridge, collapsed as they were being positioned by a crane

Ever since failing to impose martial law on December 3, South Korea’s impeached president Yoon has been evading arrest. A failed arrest attempt was carried out last Friday, but ended in a standoff at his presidential residence.

According to Reuters, hundreds of Yoon 's supporters gathered outside the presidential compound in the early hours, pledging to prevent his arrest.

Yoon is facing a second impeachment vote in parliament on Saturday, following the collapse of his initial martial law order on December 3, which sparked accusations of insurrection and led to a criminal investigation into the embattled president.

Public sentiment remains deeply critical of Yoon, whose approval ratings have languished at around 20% for months. Protests have intensified, with the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions calling for a nationwide strike until Yoon resigns.

The military forces have reportedly withdrawn

South Korea's Finance Minister said measures would be taken to stabilize financial markets after parliament lifted martial law on Tuesday.

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergency martial law in a surprise late-night TV address.

According to Reuters, the delegation is reportedly scheduled to meet with South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol as early as Wednesday, according to sources cited by the Yonhap news agency