Middle East Tensions Surge as Israel Targets Hamas Leadership and Expands Lebanese Operations
Israel reports the killing of Hamas’ new armed wing chief in Gaza amid expanding operations in Lebanon and diplomatic tensions involving the ROK and Iran.
South Korea
Tragic Overpass Collapse in Seoul Leaves Two Dead and Four Injured
Two people were killed and four others injured following the collapse of an overpass during demolition work in Seoul, South Korea.
Seoul Economic TV Apologizes After President Lee Condemns Fake Anti-China Report
Seoul Economic TV apologizes after President Lee Jae Myung slams a fabricated report on Chinese property purchases in Seoul’s Gangnam District.
New Era of Cooperation: South Korea Expands Investment in Western China
Chongqing hosts the 8th WCIFIT from May 21-24, featuring South Korea’s Gyeonggi-do as the guest city of honor to boost economic cooperation in western China.
South Koreans Hail Stable China-US Relations as Key to Global Prosperity
South Korean residents view the recent state visit of US President Donald Trump to China as a positive step toward strategic stability and global peace.
South Korea Expresses Optimism Over Strengthening China-US Ties
South Korea welcomes the recent meeting between Chinese and US leaders, hoping the development strengthens its bilateral ties with both nations.
Vice Premier He Lifeng to Lead High-Level Trade Talks with US in South Korea
Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng will lead a delegation to South Korea on May 12-13 for pivotal economic and trade talks with the United States.
South Korean Appeals Court Reduces Former PM Han Duck-soo’s Sentence to 15 Years
A South Korean appeals court in Seoul has reduced former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo’s sentence to 15 years over crimes linked to the 2024 martial law declaration.
Ex-South Korean PM Han Duck-soo’s Prison Term Reduced to 15 Years on Appeal
The Seoul High Court has reduced former South Korean Prime Minister Han Duck-soo’s sentence to 15 years for aiding the insurrection of former President Yoon Suk-yeol.
Tradition Meets Technology: South Korea Debuts First Humanoid Robot Monk
South Korea’s Jogye Temple in Seoul unveils Gabi, the nation’s first humanoid robot monk, blending ancient Buddhist tradition with modern robotics.
Tragedy in Seoul: Judge in Former First Lady’s Appeals Trial Found Dead
A South Korean judge overseeing the corruption appeals trial of former first lady Kim Keon-hee was found dead near the Seoul High Court early Wednesday.
Seoul High Court Judge in Former First Lady’s Trial Found Dead
A South Korean judge overseeing the appeals trial of former first lady Kim Keon-hee was found dead near the Seoul High Court early Wednesday.
South Korean Judge Presiding Over Former First Lady’s Trial Found Dead
Seoul High Court judge Shin Jong-oh, who handled the corruption appeals trial of former first lady Kim Keon-hee, was found dead early Wednesday.
South Korea Considers US Request for Strait of Hormuz Mission After Ship Explosion
South Korea is reviewing a US request to join “PROJECT FREEDOM” operations in the Strait of Hormuz following an explosion on the HMM NAMU cargo ship.
Explosion and Fire on South Korean-Operated Vessel in Strait of Hormuz
A South Korean-operated cargo ship suffered an explosion and fire while anchored in the Strait of Hormuz, with six South Korean crew and 18 foreign crew safe.
ROK Court Ups Ex-President Yoon’s Sentence to 7 Years on Appeal
A South Korean appeals court has increased former President Yoon Suk-yeol’s prison sentence from five to seven years for obstructing an arrest attempt.
South Korean Court Hands Ex-First Lady 4-Year Sentence
A South Korean appeals court increased ex-first lady Kim Keon-hee’s sentence to 4 years in a corruption case involving stock manipulation and luxury gifts.
Ex-South Korean President Yoon Faces 10-Year Sentence in Appeal Court
Prosecutors seek 10-year prison term for ex-South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol in appeal case involving obstruction charges, doubling initial sentence.
Major Fire at South Korean Auto Parts Factory Leaves 53 Injured, 14 Missing
A massive fire at a Daejeon car parts factory injured 53 workers, with 14 missing. National emergency response mobilized amid explosion risks.
S. Korea’s Ex-First Lady Kim Keon-hee Sentenced to 20 Months in Prison
Kim Keon-hee, wife of ex-President Yoon Suk-yeol, receives 20-month prison term for corruption, marking a significant legal development in South Korea.