Ethan Zhao
Senior Reporter
The Latest
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South Korean President Yoon Banned from Overseas Travel Amid Martial Law Investigation
South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol has been barred from traveling abroad amid ongoing investigations into his controversial declaration of martial law, which briefly took effect last week. The Justice Ministry confirmed the travel restriction on Monday, responding to demands from police, prosecutors, and an anti-corruption agency probing allegations of rebellion and other charges against the president. 
South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol has been barred from traveling abroad amid ongoing investigations into his controversial declaration of martial law, which briefly took effect last week. The Justice Ministry confirmed the travel restriction on Monday, responding to demands from police, prosecutors, and an anti-corruption agency probing allegations of rebellion and other charges against the president. -
South Korea President Yoon Survives Impeachment Vote Amid Martial Law Backlash
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol narrowly survived an impeachment vote on Saturday after his brief declaration of martial law earlier in the week plunged the nation into political turmoil. The opposition-led parliament's effort to impeach Yoon failed after members of his own People Power Party (PPP) boycotted the vote, resulting in only 195 ballots cast-short of the 200 required for the motion to pass. South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol narrowly survived an impeachment vote on Saturday after his brief declaration of martial law earlier in the week plunged the nation into political turmoil. The opposition-led parliament's effort to impeach Yoon failed after members of his own People Power Party (PPP) boycotted the vote, resulting in only 195 ballots cast-short of the 200 required for the motion to pass. -
Beijing Extends Control Over Critical Minerals, Threatening U.S. Tech Ambitions: Report
China's move to ban the sale of key industrial materials to the United States, and to hold foreign firms accountable for re-exporting restricted goods to America, has jolted an already fragile relationship between the world's two largest economies. Beijing's new regulations, announced this week, impose extraterritorial reach similar to that of U.S. and European sanctions, covering Chinese products and parts no matter where they are incorporated. 
China's move to ban the sale of key industrial materials to the United States, and to hold foreign firms accountable for re-exporting restricted goods to America, has jolted an already fragile relationship between the world's two largest economies. Beijing's new regulations, announced this week, impose extraterritorial reach similar to that of U.S. and European sanctions, covering Chinese products and parts no matter where they are incorporated. -
South Korean Opposition Leader Warns of New Martial Law Attempt as President Yoon Faces Impeachment Threat
In Seoul, political tensions have reached a fever pitch as South Korea's National Assembly prepares to vote on whether to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol following his controversial imposition of martial law earlier this week. Amid growing domestic turmoil and international concern, opposition leaders are warning that Yoon may attempt a second, last-minute martial law order to maintain his grip on power. Such a move would be unprecedented in Asia's fourth-largest economy, a nation long lauded for its robust democratic institutions. 
In Seoul, political tensions have reached a fever pitch as South Korea's National Assembly prepares to vote on whether to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol following his controversial imposition of martial law earlier this week. Amid growing domestic turmoil and international concern, opposition leaders are warning that Yoon may attempt a second, last-minute martial law order to maintain his grip on power. Such a move would be unprecedented in Asia's fourth-largest economy, a nation long lauded for its robust democratic institutions. -
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Investigated for Insurrection
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is embroiled in a political firestorm after his abrupt imposition of martial law earlier this week triggered nationwide protests and allegations of insurrection. As opposition lawmakers push for impeachment and prosecutors launch investigations, Yoon's presidency faces its gravest challenge yet. 
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is embroiled in a political firestorm after his abrupt imposition of martial law earlier this week triggered nationwide protests and allegations of insurrection. As opposition lawmakers push for impeachment and prosecutors launch investigations, Yoon's presidency faces its gravest challenge yet. -
Kim Jong Un Likely to Target Crisis-Hit South Korea Amid Martial Law Fallout and U.S. Scramble
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un appears poised to capitalize on the political chaos engulfing South Korea after President Yoon Suk Yeol's surprise declaration of martial law plunged the nation into turmoil. The unfolding crisis in Seoul has caught the attention of Pyongyang, with analysts suggesting that North Korea may use the instability to advance its strategic objectives and undermine South Korea's alliance with the United States. 
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un appears poised to capitalize on the political chaos engulfing South Korea after President Yoon Suk Yeol's surprise declaration of martial law plunged the nation into turmoil. The unfolding crisis in Seoul has caught the attention of Pyongyang, with analysts suggesting that North Korea may use the instability to advance its strategic objectives and undermine South Korea's alliance with the United States. -
Philippines and China Trade Accusations Over South China Sea Incident
Tensions flared once again in the South China Sea this week after the Philippines accused China of aggressive maneuvers near the contested Scarborough Shoal. Philippine officials said Chinese coast guard vessels fired water cannons and sideswiped a patrol vessel, actions they described as reckless and provocative. Beijing countered that its coast guard was enforcing Chinese law in its claimed waters. 
Tensions flared once again in the South China Sea this week after the Philippines accused China of aggressive maneuvers near the contested Scarborough Shoal. Philippine officials said Chinese coast guard vessels fired water cannons and sideswiped a patrol vessel, actions they described as reckless and provocative. Beijing countered that its coast guard was enforcing Chinese law in its claimed waters. -
Democratic Crisis in South Korea as President Yoon Faces Outrage Over Martial Law Declaration
South Korea descended into political turmoil on Tuesday night as President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law in a surprise late-night television address, citing an "anti-state plot" linked to pro-North Korean forces. The unprecedented move, the first martial law declaration in over four decades, was met with swift backlash from lawmakers and citizens alike, culminating in an early-morning vote by the opposition-dominated National Assembly to overturn the decree. 
South Korea descended into political turmoil on Tuesday night as President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law in a surprise late-night television address, citing an "anti-state plot" linked to pro-North Korean forces. The unprecedented move, the first martial law declaration in over four decades, was met with swift backlash from lawmakers and citizens alike, culminating in an early-morning vote by the opposition-dominated National Assembly to overturn the decree. -
China Retaliates Against U.S. with Rare Mineral Export Ban
China has announced a ban on the export of rare minerals critical to advanced technologies, escalating the ongoing tech war with the United States. The decision, unveiled Tuesday by the Chinese Ministry of Commerce, targets gallium, germanium, antimony, and other materials essential for semiconductor manufacturing, electric vehicles, and military applications. 
China has announced a ban on the export of rare minerals critical to advanced technologies, escalating the ongoing tech war with the United States. The decision, unveiled Tuesday by the Chinese Ministry of Commerce, targets gallium, germanium, antimony, and other materials essential for semiconductor manufacturing, electric vehicles, and military applications. -
China Fights Back Against U.S. Chip Curbs, Warns Domestic Buyers to Avoid ‘Unsafe’ American Products
. The Internet Society of China encouraged firms to "proactively" adopt chips made by domestic or foreign-owned enterprises operating in China, warning that US products are "no longer safe." 
. The Internet Society of China encouraged firms to "proactively" adopt chips made by domestic or foreign-owned enterprises operating in China, warning that US products are "no longer safe."
