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South Korea reported accidental shooting towards North Korea at the border

A soldier accidentally fired a K6 machine gun towards North Korea from the demilitarized zone. South Korea informed North Korea about the incident, no signs of North Korean activity were detected.

News of the World • April 27, 04:02 AM • 25271 views

The United States and South Korea are close to reaching a trade agreement - Media

U. S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said an agreement with South Korea could be reached as early as next week. Both sides are seeking to reach an agreement before the beginning of July.

Economy • April 25, 04:28 AM • 3361 views

Singapore Airport Thirteenth Time Named World's Best by Skytrax

Singapore Changi Airport has once again topped the Skytrax ranking. It features a shopping mall, gardens, waterfall, resorts, hotels, exhibitions, a museum, cinema and theme park.

News of the World • April 10, 02:56 PM • 68642 views

"North Korea strives to create the strongest nuclear force": Kim Jong-un's sister ridiculed calls for North Korea's denuclearization

Kim Jong-un's sister stated that North Korea will never abandon its nuclear program. Any negotiations on denuclearization are a denial of the country's sovereignty.

News of the World • April 9, 02:54 PM • 13602 views

Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon to run for President of South Korea

Oh Se-hoon, the mayor of Seoul, will announce his candidacy for President of South Korea on April 13. The election will take place on June 3 after the impeachment of former leader Yoon Suk-yeol.

News of the World • April 9, 10:10 AM • 8206 views

In South Korea, a 56-year-old man is suspected of organizing a deadly fire

South Korean police are investigating a case against a 56-year-old man suspected of causing a large-scale forest fire. As a result of the tragedy, 30 people died and thousands of structures were destroyed.

News of the World • March 30, 11:17 AM • 43086 views

Forest fires resumed in South Korea, death toll rises to 30

Forest fires resumed in southeastern South Korea at night. Authorities sent fire helicopters to extinguish the fires. The death toll has reached 30, with dozens injured.

News of the World • March 29, 11:31 AM • 20763 views

Nintendo is preparing to release Switch 2 amid the US-China trade war - FT

Nintendo plans to release Switch 2 on April 2, when Trump will announce new tariffs. The company is moving production to Southeast Asia to avoid US duties.

News of the World • March 28, 10:48 AM • 176245 views

Hyundai, Samsung, LG and KIA plan to return to Russia, but under certain conditions - media

South Korean companies are considering the possibility of resuming business in Russia after the end of the war in Ukraine and the lifting of sanctions, as Russia remains an important market.

Economy • March 28, 07:50 AM • 30437 views

South Korea: death toll from forest fires rises to 18, firefighter pilot killed

As a result of large-scale forest fires in South Korea, 18 people died, and another one is missing. The fire destroyed thousands of hectares of forest and hundreds of buildings.

News of the World • March 26, 07:58 AM • 12094 views

Trump's policy amid his "turn to Moscow" is pushing allies to consider their own nuclear shield - FT

Trump's rapprochement with Moscow and criticism of NATO are forcing Germany, Poland, Korea, and Japan to consider their own nuclear shield.

Politics • March 24, 07:57 AM • 31463 views

Russian planes entered South Korea's air defense zone for the eighth time in 10 days: Seoul summoned the Russian military attaché

South Korea's Ministry of Defense protested to the Russian military attaché over the systematic entry of Russian planes into their air defense identification zone (KADIZ). This is the eighth incident in the last 10 days.

News of the World • March 20, 11:52 AM • 9080 views

In South Korea, a drone collided with a helicopter, no casualties

A South Korean military drone Heron collided with a helicopter at an airfield in Yangju. The incident caused a fire that was extinguished within 20 minutes, no casualties.

News of the World • March 17, 01:12 PM • 12146 views

US has added South Korea to the list of "sensitive" countries amid nuclear issues

The US has designated South Korea as a "sensitive" country. Seoul has expressed concern and is in talks with Washington.

News of the World • March 15, 08:37 AM • 16538 views

South Korea calls for calm ahead of impeachment decision on Yoon Suk Yeol

The South Korean government is calling on citizens to remain calm ahead of the Constitutional Court's expected verdict on the president's impeachment. Authorities have mobilized significant security forces in downtown Seoul.

News of the World • March 14, 04:05 AM • 16980 views

In South Korea, a fighter jet accidentally dropped bombs on the suburbs of Seoul: at least 15 people were injured

The KF-16 fighter jet accidentally dropped MK-82 bombs on the suburbs of Seoul during training, injuring 15 people. The incident occurred in the city of Pocheon, damaging two houses and a church.

News of the World • March 6, 07:35 AM • 15286 views

Ukrainian Defense Forces repel four Russian attacks in Kursk region, three more clashes are ongoing - General Staff

In the Kursk sector, Ukrainian troops repelled four Russian attacks, and three more combat engagements are ongoing. A total of 60 combat engagements took place in different frontline areas over the last day.

War • February 28, 02:35 PM • 18992 views

Reuters has learned about the increased accuracy of North Korean missiles used by Russia

The accuracy of North Korean missiles fired by Russia at Ukraine has increased, Reuters reports.

War • February 6, 08:27 AM • 24258 views

A passenger plane catches fire in South Korea, there are victims

An Air Busan passenger plane catches fire at Gimhae International Airport before departing for Hong Kong. All 176 passengers and crew members were evacuated, and three were injured during the evacuation.

News of the World • January 28, 03:13 PM • 25218 views

Supporters of the arrested South Korean president stormed the court building: there are detainees and injured

Hundreds of protesters stormed the courthouse after President Yun Seok-yol's arrest was extended. 46 people were arrested, 9 police officers and about 40 protesters were injured.

News of the World • January 19, 09:49 AM • 46848 views

Protesters attack court in Seoul over extension of president's arrest

Hundreds of supporters of President Yun Suk-yol stormed a court building in Seoul after a decision to extend his arrest for 20 days. The protesters broke through the police, smashed windows and destroyed property, and 46 people were detained.

News of the World • January 19, 03:06 AM • 29432 views

South Korean President detained for attempted military coup

Yun Suk-yol was arrested on suspicion of attempting to impose martial law and using military forces against the parliament. The president will be held in custody for up to 20 days while the prosecutor's office prepares formal charges.

News of the World • January 18, 08:07 PM • 28620 views

South Korean President visits court after impeachment and arrest

Yun Suk-yol became the first sitting president of South Korea to be detained as part of a criminal investigation. The president was impeached for failing to impose martial law on December 3.

News of the World • January 18, 05:29 AM • 30545 views

Martial law, arrest and impeachment of President Yoon: the culmination of events in South Korea

President Yun Seok-yol is arrested on suspicion of treason after a failed attempt to impose martial law. He refuses to be interrogated and may lose his position through impeachment.

News of the World • January 16, 08:29 AM • 22770 views

In Seoul, a man sets himself on fire near the building where the South Korean president was being interrogated

A 60-year-old man set himself on fire near the office of the anti-corruption agency in Seoul, where President Yun Seok-yeol was being questioned. The man died as a result of his injuries.

News of the World • January 15, 11:08 PM • 22501 views

Railroad collapse in Poland due to bad weather: some trains are delayed up to 10 hours

The Polish railroad has experienced serious traffic disruptions due to the weather, with 115 trains delayed or canceled. The biggest problems are observed on the Warsaw-Gdynia and Olsztyn-Elbląg routes due to icy conditions on the overhead lines.

News of the World • January 15, 08:29 AM • 26564 views

South Korea arrests President Yun Seok-yol

Investigators have arrested suspended President Yun Seok-yol at his residence in Seoul. The arrest is related to the imposition of martial law in December and his subsequent absconding from the investigation.

News of the World • January 15, 03:23 AM • 32423 views

Presidential impeachment hearings begin in South Korea

South Korea's Constitutional Court begins hearings on the impeachment of President Yun Suk-yeol. The process, which will last several weeks, is connected with the declaration of a state of emergency and suspicion of rebellion.

News of the World • January 14, 01:01 AM • 26189 views

South Korea's impeached president gets pay rise

South Korea's impeached president, Yun Seok-yeol, will receive a 3% salary increase despite his impeachment. His annual salary will increase to 262.6 million won, which has caused criticism among the population.

News of the World • January 13, 07:43 AM • 22465 views

South Korean President is being arrested in a fortified residence

The Anti-Corruption Agency is preparing for a second attempt to arrest President Yun Seok-yol for attempting to impose martial law. The residence is heavily guarded by hundreds of armed guards and soldiers behind barricades.

News of the World • January 8, 08:44 AM • 20290 views

Serhiy Koretskyi elected Chairman of the Board of Naftogaz of Ukraine - MP

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White House responded after Putin's "ceasefire" proposal: Trump wants a permanent ceasefire

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