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Airplane crash in South Korea: investigation establishes the root cause of the tragedy

Investigators have found Baikal teal DNA in both engines of a Boeing 737-800 that crashed at Muan Airport. The flight recorders stopped recording 4 minutes before the crash, which claimed 179 lives.

News of the World • January 28, 11:08 AM • 24336 views
The fatal crash of a South Korean airplane: Boeing collided with a flock of birds

In December 2024, a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 crashed at Muan Airport, killing 179 passengers. The investigation found the remains of Baikal teal in both engines, which the crew had been warned about 2 minutes before the crash.

News of the World • January 27, 08:16 AM • 25283 views
Kia recalls more than 80 thousand vehicles in the US due to electrical wiring failure

Kia America is recalling more than 80,000 Niro vehicles due to a wiring issue. The fault could lead to improper deployment of airbags and seat belts.

News of the World • January 26, 04:09 PM • 44427 views
South Korean President officially accused of mutiny

South Korean prosecutors have accused President Yun Seok-yeol of organizing a coup over the imposition of martial law on December 3, 2024. The parliament declared impeachment, and the president faces a long prison sentence.

Politics • January 26, 12:49 PM • 33976 views
DPRK suspected of preparing to send additional troops to Russia, Seoul says

South Korean JCS reports that the DPRK is preparing to send additional troops to Russia. Earlier, more than 3,000 of the 11,000 North Korean soldiers sent were killed or wounded.

War in Ukraine • January 24, 09:28 AM • 30600 views
Trump celebrates inauguration at three balls with dancing and celebrity guests

Donald and Melania Trump attended three inaugural balls in one evening. The events were attended by members of the Trump family, politicians and celebrities, including Caitlyn Jenner and Mike Tyson.

News of the World • January 21, 09:57 AM • 158713 views
Dollar falls before Trump's second inauguration: what's happening on the market

The Bloomberg Dollar Index is down 0. 3% after Trump's phone call with the Chinese president. Traders are reducing positions on the US dollar due to limited liquidity on the eve of the inauguration.

Economy • January 20, 07:41 AM • 37462 views
Trump's national security adviser names three key issues to end Russia's war in Ukraine

Mike Waltz, nominated for US National Security Advisor, stated Trump's determination to stop the war in Ukraine. He outlined the key issues for negotiations.

War in Ukraine • January 20, 06:52 AM • 37236 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 • 46901 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 • 29468 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 • 28673 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 • 30583 views
Ukrainian Institute for the Future presents a study on expanding cooperation between Ukraine and the United States

The UIF presented a study on expanding cooperation between Ukraine and the United States in four key areas of interaction. Experts suggest changing the format of relations from unilateral assistance to a mutually beneficial partnership.

Economy • January 17, 04:12 PM • 35118 views
North Korean soldiers did not know they would participate in war against Ukraine - South Korean ambassador

South Korea's ambassador to the UN said that the DPRK military believed they were going to Ukraine for training, not war. There are 12,000 North Korean troops in the Kursk region of Russia.

War in Ukraine • January 17, 09:02 AM • 107511 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 • 22851 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 • 22750 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 • 32488 views
South Korea ready to receive North Korean soldiers captured by Ukraine

The South Korean government plans to discuss with Ukraine the possibility of handing over two captured North Korean soldiers. According to the ROK constitution, all residents of the Korean peninsula are considered citizens of South Korea.

War in Ukraine • January 14, 06:49 PM • 29593 views
DPRK again launches ballistic missiles towards the Sea of Japan

North Korea has launched several short-range ballistic missiles toward the Sea of Japan. This is the second such incident in a week, following the visit of US officials to South Korea.

News of the World • January 14, 02:32 AM • 56018 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 • 26227 views
A fact necessary for Ukraine's position: The GUR on captured representatives of the group from the DPRK

A representative of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine confirmed the capture of North Korean soldiers. Experts are working with the prisoners and plan to use this incident in the interests of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • January 13, 10:03 AM • 30997 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 • 22515 views
South Korea confirms the loss of at least 3 thousand DPRK soldiers in the war on the side of Russia

According to South Korean intelligence, the DPRK lost more than 3,000 soldiers in the war on the side of Russia, including 300 killed. Captured North Korean soldiers admitted that they did not know they were participating in the war against Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • January 13, 06:45 AM • 24248 views
New tactics of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reduce the combat capability of the Russian army: ISW analysis

The Ukrainian military launched a series of strikes on the command posts of the Russian army in the occupied cities of Donetsk region. The attacks are aimed at weakening the enemy's logistics and planning operations.

War in Ukraine • January 13, 04:12 AM • 109909 views
NATO countries will be able to spend up to 5% of GDP on defense only in 10 years - Polish Defense Ministry

Poland's Defense Minister supports the initiative to increase NATO defense spending to 5% of GDP. Warsaw already allocates 4.7% of GDP to defense and calls on other countries to reach this goal within 10 years.

News of the World • January 12, 10:21 AM • 51605 views
South Korean intelligence: DPRK sent about 11 thousand troops to Russia to participate in the war against Ukraine

According to South Korean intelligence, the DPRK has sent 11,000 troops to support Russia in its war against Ukraine. Significant losses were recorded among the North Korean military, including 100 killed and 1,000 wounded.

War in Ukraine • January 12, 07:25 AM • 56455 views
Ukrainian UAV strikes cause significant losses to DPRK attack aircraft - ISW

Ukrainian forces capture the first North Korean prisoners of war in the Kursk region. DPRK troops conduct large-scale assaults, ignoring drone attacks, resulting in significant losses.

War in Ukraine • January 12, 04:56 AM • 69125 views
South Korean president to miss impeachment hearing

Yoon Suk-yol will not appear at the first session of the Constitutional Court due to security threats. At the same time, an attempt is being made to arrest him in the case of attempted martial law.

News of the World • January 12, 04:06 AM • 29763 views
SBU provides details about captured DPRK soldiers in Kursk region: video

The SBU reported details about two captured North Korean soldiers who fought against Ukraine in the Kursk region.

War in Ukraine • January 11, 12:19 PM • 56442 views
A plane crash in South Korea: Seoul says black boxes stopped recording about 4 minutes before crash

The flight data recorders of the Boeing plane that crashed in South Korea stopped recording about 4 minutes before the crash after a report of a collision with a bird. The plane crash killed 179 people, and only two crew members survived.

Society • January 11, 11:37 AM • 33447 views