South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol detained amid political turmoil
In a surprising turn of events, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was arrested on insurrection charges. This marks the first time a sitting president in South Korea has faced such legal action. Background and Impeachment To begin with, Yoon declared martial law on December 3, 2024, citing threats from “anti-state forces.” However, his decision […]
Impeachment trial of South Korea’s Yoon Suk Yeol begins amidst political crisis
The impeachment trial of South Korea’s suspended president, Yoon Suk Yeol, commenced on Tuesday, marking a critical moment in the country’s political history. The constitutional court began the proceedings but quickly adjourned due to Yoon’s absence. The president, facing allegations of insurrection over his short-lived martial law declaration on December 3, remains holed up in […]
South Korean guards prevent impeached President Yoon’s arrest amid tense standoff
On January 3, 2025, South Korean presidential guards and military troops blocked the arrest of impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol after a tense six-hour standoff at his residence in Seoul. The standoff occurred after a court issued an arrest warrant for Yoon, accusing him of insurrection. The charges stem from his controversial declaration of martial […]
South Korean court issues arrest warrant for President Yoon Suk Yeol
South Korea has entered uncharted political territory as a court approves an arrest warrant for its suspended president, Yoon Suk Yeol. He was impeached in mid-December after declaring martial law on December 3, a decision he reversed within hours due to parliamentary backlash. The move ignited a political crisis and alarmed international observers. The Corruption […]
Imran Khan threatens ‘Civil Disobedience’ amid legal troubles
Islamabad: Former Prime Minister Imran Khan has warned that he will launch a nationwide civil disobedience movement if the government does not release his detained supporters and form a judicial commission to investigate the violent protests. He issued this warning on social media after security forces forcibly dispersed his party’s protest in Islamabad. Khan, imprisoned […]
Sébastien Lecornu: Potential Successor to Barnier as France’s PM
Prime Minister Michel Barnier’s government faces a no-confidence vote, which could lead to political turmoil in France. If the motion passes, it would mark the first time in over 60 years that a sitting government has been overthrown. The vote has significant support from both far-right and far-left parties. This shows the deep rifts in […]
French Government Teeters on Brink as No-Confidence Vote Looms Large
No-Confidence Vote Expected to Topple Government, Marking First Such Ouster in Six Decades Prime Minister Michel Barnier’s government faces a no-confidence vote, which could lead to political turmoil in France. If the motion passes, it would mark the first time in over 60 years that a sitting government has been overthrown. The vote has significant […]
