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Stock markets worldwide tumbled sharply on Monday as investors grappled with President Donald Trump's nomination of Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve chair, sparking broad sell-offs in equities, precious metals, and cryptocurrencies. The Friday announcement prompted traders to reassess U.S. monetary policy expectations, unleashing the most......
South Korea announced on Monday that talks with the United States on tariff-related issues are making progress, following recent diplomatic exchanges between officials from both countries. Prime Minister Kim Min-seok stated that multiple communication channels between Washington and Seoul are currently active, including direct contact with......
A South Korean court has sentenced former first lady Kim Keon Hee to 20 months in prison after finding her guilty of corruption related to the acceptance of luxury gifts. The ruling was delivered by the Seoul Central District Court, which determined that Kim unlawfully received valuable items from individuals linked to the Unification Church.......
Former U.S. president Donald Trump announced that several South Korean products will now face tariffs of up to 25%, citing delays by the South Korean Parliament in ratifying a bilateral trade agreement. The decision marks a new escalation in trade tensions between Washington and Seoul. In a statement published on his social media platform,......
The United States and South Korea have held discussions on potential cooperation in the development of nuclear-powered submarines, highlighting a growing focus on strengthening their military alliance and regional deterrence. South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun stated that acquiring nuclear-powered submarines would enhance Seoul’s......
South Korea has warned that North Korea may be producing enough nuclear material each year to manufacture up to 20 nuclear weapons, raising serious concerns about regional stability and global security. Speaking during a press briefing in Seoul, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung stated that Pyongyang continues to expand its nuclear capabilities......
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni broke ranks with U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday, labeling his tariff threats against European nations over Greenland a "mistake" and urging dialogue to avert escalation. Speaking to reporters during a South Korea visit, she disclosed a recent direct call with Trump to voice disagreement......
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has replaced several senior officials responsible for his personal security, South Korea’s Unification Ministry said on Tuesday, a move analysts view as a possible sign of heightened concern over assassination threats. Seoul’s ministry reported that three key units tasked with guarding Kim —......
Defense stocks on both sides of the Atlantic have surged during the second week of January 2026, driven by President Donald Trump's aggressive foreign policy and expectations of sharply increased global military spending. This rally follows the Trump administration's military operation in Venezuela earlier this month, ongoing threats......
North Korea has sharply criticized South Korea following the alleged intrusion of a drone into its airspace earlier this month, demanding a “detailed explanation” from Seoul. The statement was issued on Sunday by Kim Yo Jong, the influential sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. According to Pyongyang, a drone was detected......
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