South Korea’s President Yoon Faces Second Impeachment Over Martial Law
South Korea’s opposition parties have submitted a second impeachment motion against President Yoon Suk-yeol following his martial law declaration, with a vote set for Saturday.
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French Diplomatic Advisor Heads to China for Strategic Talks
Emmanuel Bonne, diplomatic advisor to French President Macron, will visit China for strategic talks with Wang Yi from December 13 to 14.
South Korean Parliament Votes to Impeach Justice Minister and Police Chief
South Korea’s parliament has voted to impeach Justice Minister Park Sung-jae and Police Chief Cho Ji-ho, signaling a dramatic turn in the nation’s politics.
South Korea’s Supreme Court Sentences Opposition Leader Cho Kuk to Two Years in Prison
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Curfew Lifted in Damascus as Interim PM Urges Refugees to Return
Damascus lifts curfew after Bashar al-Assad’s ouster. Interim PM Mohammed al-Bashir urges refugees to return as new leadership seeks to stabilize Syria.
South Korean President Yoon Vows to Fight ‘Until the Very Last Minute’
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol defends his decision to declare martial law, vowing to “fight until the very last minute” amid an insurrection probe and mounting political tension.
South Korea’s President Yoon Defends Martial Law Ahead of Second Impeachment Vote
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol defends his martial law order as he faces a second impeachment vote, insisting it was a legal move to protect the constitution against the opposition.
Barbados Makes History with World’s First Debt-for-Climate Swap
Barbados pioneers the world’s first debt-for-climate swap, converting national debt into funds for climate resilience and setting a new standard for sustainable financing.
Biden Urges Airlines to Compensate Passengers for Delays and Cancellations
President Biden is pushing for a new rule requiring airlines to compensate passengers for lengthy delays and cancellations, aiming to alleviate the financial and emotional toll of travel disruptions.
Four Killed in Fresh Israeli Strikes on Southern Lebanon
Lebanon reports four dead after fresh Israeli strikes in the south, escalating tensions along the border and prompting international concern.