South Korea's opposition moved to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol yesterday after his extraordinary but short-lived imposition of martial law that brought thousands of protesters to the streets.
Yoon's shock bid to suspend civilian rule for the first time in over four decades – before being overturned by lawmakers in a night of drama – plunged South Korea into deep turmoil and alarmed its close allies.
The future of Yoon, a conservative politician and former star public prosecutor who was elected president in 2022, is now highly uncertain.
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We never said we will work with MK - SACP official
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Jozi faces dry long weekend
Affected areas will be provided with alternative supply through tankers.
Journos battle deluge of suits
Belgrade - Serbian journalist Radmilo Markovic has gone over every full stop and comma of an article about the powerful mayor of Belgrade that has landed him in court.
Pope calls for 'mutual respect'
Vatican City - Pope Francis called yesterday for \"mutual respect\" between religions in Syria, three days after the country's longtime president Bashar al-Assad was toppled by rebels in a lightning offensive.
Millions more for govt fat cats
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City can regain focus in Italy
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Lui looks to close gap on leaders
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Candice, set for a double
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Cocomelon looks ready to notch a second win
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Hilux rejuvenated
48V: ELECTRICAL ASSISTANCE TRANSFORMS BAKKIE
