Koreas

South Korea’s President Yoon to Skip Initial Impeachment Hearing, Lawyer Confirms

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Seoul, South Korea — South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol will not attend the initial impeachment trial hearing, according to his legal representative. His absence has ignited a flurry of reactions and speculation regarding the legal and political implications. The president was previously impeached on charges that are yet unspecified in the public domain. With the nation’s political atmosphere already charged, the impeachment trial is anticipated to draw extensive attention both locally and internationally, underscoring the severe partisan divide within the country. Yoon’s lawyer, in a brief statement to the media, explained that the President … Read more

South Korea’s ‘Exhuma’ Leads with 11 Nods at the 18th Asian Film Awards, with Hong Kong’s ‘Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In’ Close Behind

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HONG KONG — South Korea’s cinematic gem “Exhuma” leads the pack with an impressive 11 nominations at the 18th Asian Film Awards, closely followed by the Hong Kong action epic “Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In,” which garnered nine nods. The diverse field of nominees highlights a total of 30 films from 25 countries and regions contending in 16 different categories. Esteemed martial arts legend Sammo Hung will preside over the jury this year. The ceremony is scheduled to take place on March 16 in Hong Kong, spotlighting the best of Asian filmmaking talent. Hung, … Read more

South Korea’s President Yoon Vows to Uphold Court Ruling, Regardless of Impact on His Tenure

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Seoul, South Korea – Amidst a stormy political climate in South Korea, President Yoon Suk Yeol has committed to abide by any court ruling, even if it could lead to his departure from office. This declaration was made public by his lawyer, as the leader faces ongoing legal challenges that might cut short his presidency. Yoon’s tenure has been marked by rigorous scrutiny and criticism, facing not only the pressures of governance but also legal inquiries that question the legitimacy of his rule. His readiness to accept the outcomes of judicial processes highlights a pivotal … Read more

South Korea’s Suspended President Yoon Suk Yeol to Testify in Impeachment Trial Over Martial Law Attempt

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Seoul, South Korea — South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is set to testify at his own impeachment trial over his administration’s controversial attempt to implement martial law, his attorney stated this Sunday. The Constitutional Court has scheduled this high-profile trial which is to include five hearings, starting from January 14 and concluding on February 4. Yoon, who has faced suspension from office since the impeachment, has vehemently defended his actions through his legal team, focusing exclusively on the upcoming trial. As per his attorney Yun Gap-geun, President Yoon intends to physically attend one of … Read more