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Presidential impeachment hearings begin in South Korea

Presidential impeachment hearings begin in South Korea

January 14, 01:01 AM • 26028 views
South Korea's impeached president gets pay rise

South Korea's impeached president gets pay rise

January 13, 07:43 AM • 22306 views
South Korean President is being arrested in a fortified residence

South Korean President is being arrested in a fortified residence

January 8, 08:44 AM • 20158 views
In South Korea, court extends arrest warrant for Yoon Seok-yol

In South Korea, court extends arrest warrant for Yoon Seok-yol

January 7, 02:35 PM • 20316 views
Blinken calls Ukraine's position in Kursk “important” for negotiations

Blinken calls Ukraine's position in Kursk “important” for negotiations

January 6, 10:27 AM • 30092 views
Investigators arrive at the detention of South Korean President Yun Seok-yeol - media

Investigators arrive at the detention of South Korean President Yun Seok-yeol - media

January 3, 12:40 AM • 27209 views
Searches are underway in South Korea after Boeing 737-800 crash

Searches are underway in South Korea after Boeing 737-800 crash

January 2, 09:40 AM • 26701 views
South Korean investigators promise to execute arrest warrant for ousted President Yol

South Korean investigators promise to execute arrest warrant for ousted President Yol

January 1, 08:54 AM • 21396 views
Tokyo and Seoul break into the New Year: traditional bell ringing and canceled celebrations

Tokyo and Seoul break into the New Year: traditional bell ringing and canceled celebrations

December 31, 03:11 PM • 24014 views
After the plane crash in Korea, another Jeju Air plane had landing gear problems. Flight safety in the country will be checked

After the plane crash in Korea, another Jeju Air plane had landing gear problems. Flight safety in the country will be checked

December 30, 06:49 AM • 17301 views
South Korea seeks arrest warrant for ousted President Yol - Reuters

South Korea seeks arrest warrant for ousted President Yol - Reuters

December 30, 04:59 AM • 20716 views
South Korea to inspect entire air transportation system after plane crash

South Korea to inspect entire air transportation system after plane crash

December 30, 02:55 AM • 21518 views
Airplane crash in South Korea: 179 people confirmed dead

Airplane crash in South Korea: 179 people confirmed dead

December 29, 02:33 PM • 23653 views
In South Korea, opposition threatens to impeach interim president

In South Korea, opposition threatens to impeach interim president

December 24, 05:45 AM • 15936 views
South Korean court begins consideration of the impeachment case against President Yun Seok-yeol

South Korean court begins consideration of the impeachment case against President Yun Seok-yeol

December 16, 05:48 AM • 16276 views
The US expresses support for South Korea after the impeachment of the president

The US expresses support for South Korea after the impeachment of the president

December 15, 12:29 AM • 18868 views
South Korean police raided the president's office because of an attempt to impose martial law

South Korean police raided the president's office because of an attempt to impose martial law

December 11, 06:32 AM • 16111 views
Former South Korean defense minister tried to commit suicide in pre-trial detention center

Former South Korean defense minister tried to commit suicide in pre-trial detention center

December 11, 05:07 AM • 16519 views
South Korean President banned from leaving the country

South Korean President banned from leaving the country

December 9, 10:02 AM • 15226 views
Prosecutor's office arrests former South Korean Defense Minister

Prosecutor's office arrests former South Korean Defense Minister

December 8, 09:16 AM • 22170 views
Reuters has learned about the increased accuracy of North Korean missiles used by Russia

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 • 23343 views
A passenger plane catches fire in South Korea, there are victims

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 • 24709 views
Supporters of the arrested South Korean president stormed the court building: there are detainees and injured

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 • 46667 views
Protesters attack court in Seoul over extension of president's arrest

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 • 29288 views
South Korean President detained for attempted military coup

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 • 28469 views
South Korean President visits court after impeachment and arrest

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 • 30346 views
Martial law, arrest and impeachment of President Yoon: the culmination of events in South Korea

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 • 22591 views
In Seoul, a man sets himself on fire near the building where the South Korean president was being interrogated

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 • 22319 views
Railroad collapse in Poland due to bad weather: some trains are delayed up to 10 hours

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 • 26295 views
South Korea arrests President Yun Seok-yol

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 • 32281 views
Presidential impeachment hearings begin in South Korea

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 • 26028 views
South Korea's impeached president gets pay rise

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 • 22306 views
South Korean President is being arrested in a fortified residence

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 • 20158 views
In South Korea, court extends arrest warrant for Yoon Seok-yol

In South Korea, court extends arrest warrant for Yoon Seok-yol

A Seoul court has extended the arrest warrant for ousted President Yun Seok-yol after a failed attempt to detain him. The president barricaded himself in his residence after an attempt to impose martial law and impeachment.

News of the World • January 7, 02:35 PM • 20316 views
Blinken calls Ukraine's position in Kursk “important” for negotiations

Blinken calls Ukraine's position in Kursk “important” for negotiations

The US Secretary of State said that Ukraine's position in the Kursk region is critical for future negotiations. Blinken emphasized the need for security guarantees for Ukraine due to the threat of another Putin attack.

War • January 6, 10:27 AM • 30092 views
Investigators arrive at the detention of South Korean President Yun Seok-yeol - media

Investigators arrive at the detention of South Korean President Yun Seok-yeol - media

South Korea's anti-corruption agency has entered the residence of former President Yun Seok-yol to arrest him. The arrest warrant was issued due to an attempt to impose martial law last month.

News of the World • January 3, 12:40 AM • 27209 views
Searches are underway in South Korea after Boeing 737-800 crash

Searches are underway in South Korea after Boeing 737-800 crash

Law enforcement officers conducted searches at Muan Airport and Jeju Air's office after the Boeing 737-800 crash.

News of the World • January 2, 09:40 AM • 26701 views
South Korean investigators promise to execute arrest warrant for ousted President Yol

South Korean investigators promise to execute arrest warrant for ousted President Yol

South Korean investigators are planning to execute an arrest warrant for ousted President Yun Suk-yol, who was impeached for declaring martial law. Yoon's supporters are protesting outside his residence, trying to prevent the arrest.

News of the World • January 1, 08:54 AM • 21396 views
Tokyo and Seoul break into the New Year: traditional bell ringing and canceled celebrations

Tokyo and Seoul break into the New Year: traditional bell ringing and canceled celebrations

Japan celebrated the New Year with traditional ringing of the bell at Tokudai-ji temple. South Korea canceled festive performances due to the Boeing 737 plane crash that killed 179 people.

News of the World • December 31, 03:11 PM • 24014 views
After the plane crash in Korea, another Jeju Air plane had landing gear problems. Flight safety in the country will be checked

After the plane crash in Korea, another Jeju Air plane had landing gear problems. Flight safety in the country will be checked

In South Korea, a Jeju Air plane returned to the airport due to landing gear problems after the recent Boeing 737 crash. The authorities are initiating an inspection of the entire air transportation system and 101 Boeing 737-800 aircraft.

News of the World • December 30, 06:49 AM • 17301 views
South Korea seeks arrest warrant for ousted President Yol - Reuters

South Korea seeks arrest warrant for ousted President Yol - Reuters

South Korea's investigative team has requested an arrest warrant for former President Yun Seok-yol over attempts to impose martial law. The decision on the arrest will be made by the court while the impeachment trial is ongoing.

News of the World • December 30, 04:59 AM • 20716 views
South Korea to inspect entire air transportation system after plane crash

South Korea to inspect entire air transportation system after plane crash

South Korea's acting president, Choi Sang-mook, has initiated an emergency safety inspection of the country's entire air transportation system. The decision was made after the crash of the Jeju Air Boeing 737-8AS, which killed 179 passengers.

News of the World • December 30, 02:55 AM • 21518 views
Airplane crash in South Korea: 179 people confirmed dead

Airplane crash in South Korea: 179 people confirmed dead

A Jeju Air Boeing 737-8AS crashed at the South Korean airport of Muan, killing 179 passengers. The crash could have been caused by a collision with birds and unfavorable weather conditions.

News of the World • December 29, 02:33 PM • 23653 views
In South Korea, opposition threatens to impeach interim president

In South Korea, opposition threatens to impeach interim president

The Democratic Party of South Korea threatens to impeach interim President Han Dak-soo over the martial law case. The opposition demands the appointment of a special counsel by December 24.

News of the World • December 24, 05:45 AM • 15936 views
South Korean court begins consideration of the impeachment case against President Yun Seok-yeol

South Korean court begins consideration of the impeachment case against President Yun Seok-yeol

South Korea's Constitutional Court has begun hearings on the impeachment of President Yun Seok-yol after he imposed martial law. The court has 180 days to make a decision, and the president is currently suspended from power.

News of the World • December 16, 05:48 AM • 16276 views
The US expresses support for South Korea after the impeachment of the president

The US expresses support for South Korea after the impeachment of the president

The South Korean parliament voted to impeach President Yun Suk-yol. The United States supported the democratic process and expressed its readiness to cooperate with acting President Han Dak-soo.

News of the World • December 15, 12:29 AM • 18868 views
South Korean police raided the president's office because of an attempt to impose martial law

South Korean police raided the president's office because of an attempt to impose martial law

Law enforcement officers searched the Office of President Yoon Suk Yol over an attempt to impose martial law last week. 18 investigators seized documents related to the Cabinet meeting on the declaration of martial law.

News of the World • December 11, 06:32 AM • 16111 views
Former South Korean defense minister tried to commit suicide in pre-trial detention center

Former South Korean defense minister tried to commit suicide in pre-trial detention center

Former South Korean Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun attempted suicide in a pre-trial detention center in Seoul. He is being held on charges of rebellion related to the investigation of the declaration of martial law.

News of the World • December 11, 05:07 AM • 16519 views
South Korean President banned from leaving the country

South Korean President banned from leaving the country

Yoon Sok Yol was banned from leaving the country after a failed attempt to impose martial law. The president became the subject of a criminal investigation, and his party delegated powers to the Prime Minister.

News of the World • December 9, 10:02 AM • 15226 views
Prosecutor's office arrests former South Korean Defense Minister

Prosecutor's office arrests former South Korean Defense Minister

South Korean prosecutors have arrested former Defense Minister Kim Yong hyun in a treason case. The arrest is related to the president's declaration of martial law last week.

News of the World • December 8, 09:16 AM • 22170 views