South Korean acting president spoke with Biden by phone
South Korea acting president, Han Duck-soo, spoke with U.S. President Joe Biden by phone, Han's office said in a statement on Sunday.
South Korea’s Yoon faces second impeachment vote over martial law bid
SEOUL (Reuters) – A defiant South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol faces a second impeachment vote on Saturday over his short-lived attempt to impose martial law, a move that shocked the country, split his party and imperilled his presidency half way through his term. His move to impose military rule
South Korea opposition leader Lee says impeaching Yoon best way to restore order
Yoon's move to impose military rule on Dec 3 was rescinded before six hours but it plunged the country into a constitutional crisis and widespread calls for him to step down for breaking the law.
US defense secretary scraps South Korea trip after martial law attempt: Reuters
One official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said planning had been underway for a trip in the near term but it was determined now was not the appropriate time.
South Korea’s President Yoon reverses martial law effort after lawmakers reject it
SEOUL, (Reuters): South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol said on Wednesday he would lift a surprise martial law declaration he had imposed just hours before, backing down in a standoff with parliament, which roundly rejected his attempt to ban political activity and censor the media. In South Korea’s biggest political
South Korea president declares emergency martial law
WEB DESK: South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared an “emergency martial law” on Tuesday, citing concerns over the opposition’s influence in parliament and alleged sympathies with North Korea. The announcement, made during a televised address, represents a significant escalation in the country’s political turmoil. The President, by whom, since
Bathroom break delays more than 100 trains in South Korea
A four-minute toilet stop by a subway conductor during rush hour delayed almost 125 trains and affected hundreds of passengers in Seoul, South Korea.
J-Hope almost completes his military service
J-Hope is just as excited to return from his mandatory military service in South Korea as his fans are.
Suga apologises for DUI incident as investigation takes serious turn
BTS member Suga, also known as Min Yoongi, has issued a heartfelt apology to his fans following a drunk driving incident involving an electric scooter. Currently serving in the South Korean military, Suga took to the social media platform Weverse on Wednesday morning to explain the events that led to
Pakistani passport ranks as 4th worst globally for fourth consecutive year
The latest Henley Passport Index has yet again placed the Pakistani passport at a lowly 100th position, marking its fourth consecutive year in this rank. Pakistani citizens can travel to 33 countries without needing a visa in advance, according to the index. The Henley Passport Index assesses passports from 199
