Larry Lee
The Latest
-
Impeached South Korean President Yoon Fights Arrest as Court Weighs Rebellion Charges
South Korea's impeached president, Yoon Suk Yeol, appeared before a Seoul court on Saturday to argue for his release from custody as the judiciary deliberates on a formal arrest warrant. The request, filed by the Corruption Investigation Office for High-Ranking Officials, stems from allegations that Yoon orchestrated a rebellion through his controversial imposition of martial law in December. The decree triggered South Korea's gravest political crisis since the country's democratization in the 1980s. 
South Korea's impeached president, Yoon Suk Yeol, appeared before a Seoul court on Saturday to argue for his release from custody as the judiciary deliberates on a formal arrest warrant. The request, filed by the Corruption Investigation Office for High-Ranking Officials, stems from allegations that Yoon orchestrated a rebellion through his controversial imposition of martial law in December. The decree triggered South Korea's gravest political crisis since the country's democratization in the 1980s. -
Mysterious Airstrip Emerges on Yemeni Island, Raising Geopolitical Questions
A newly constructed airstrip on Yemen's Abd al-Kuri Island, located near the Gulf of Aden, has drawn significant international attention, with satellite images revealing its near completion. The airstrip's emergence on this remote and strategically vital island has intensified speculation about its purpose and the United Arab Emirates' (UAE) military and humanitarian roles in the region. 
A newly constructed airstrip on Yemen's Abd al-Kuri Island, located near the Gulf of Aden, has drawn significant international attention, with satellite images revealing its near completion. The airstrip's emergence on this remote and strategically vital island has intensified speculation about its purpose and the United Arab Emirates' (UAE) military and humanitarian roles in the region. -
Russia and Iran Seal Landmark Partnership Treaty Days Before Trump’s Return to White House
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian have signed a comprehensive strategic partnership treaty aimed at bolstering cooperation across various sectors, including trade, energy, and military collaboration. The pact, announced Friday during Pezeshkian's first official visit to Moscow, underscores the growing alignment between two nations facing intensifying Western sanctions. 
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian have signed a comprehensive strategic partnership treaty aimed at bolstering cooperation across various sectors, including trade, energy, and military collaboration. The pact, announced Friday during Pezeshkian's first official visit to Moscow, underscores the growing alignment between two nations facing intensifying Western sanctions. -
Israel Security Cabinet Approves Gaza Ceasefire and Hostage Exchange Deal
In a pivotal development, Israel's security cabinet has ratified a ceasefire agreement that includes a hostage exchange with Hamas, marking a temporary pause in the 15-month-long conflict that has devastated Gaza and claimed tens of thousands of lives. The agreement now moves to the full cabinet for final approval, with the implementation expected to begin Sunday. 
In a pivotal development, Israel's security cabinet has ratified a ceasefire agreement that includes a hostage exchange with Hamas, marking a temporary pause in the 15-month-long conflict that has devastated Gaza and claimed tens of thousands of lives. The agreement now moves to the full cabinet for final approval, with the implementation expected to begin Sunday. -
Israeli Airstrikes Kill at least 82 in Gaza as Ceasefire Deal Awaits Implementation
In a development that underscores the volatility of the Israel-Hamas conflict, Israeli airstrikes on Gaza killed at least 82 people on Thursday, hours after a long-awaited ceasefire agreement was announced. According to Gaza's health ministry, the death toll includes 18 individuals killed in a single strike on a residential area near the Engineers Union Building in Gaza City. 
In a development that underscores the volatility of the Israel-Hamas conflict, Israeli airstrikes on Gaza killed at least 82 people on Thursday, hours after a long-awaited ceasefire agreement was announced. According to Gaza's health ministry, the death toll includes 18 individuals killed in a single strike on a residential area near the Engineers Union Building in Gaza City. -
Israel and Hamas Agree to Ceasefire and Hostage Release Deal
Israel and Hamas have reached a pivotal agreement to implement a ceasefire and release hostages held in Gaza, marking a potential turning point in the devastating conflict that has spanned over 15 months. The deal, brokered through intense negotiations involving U.S., Qatari, Egyptian, and Israeli officials, is set to go into effect Sunday, pending approval by Israel's cabinet. Israel and Hamas have reached a pivotal agreement to implement a ceasefire and release hostages held in Gaza, marking a potential turning point in the devastating conflict that has spanned over 15 months. The deal, brokered through intense negotiations involving U.S., Qatari, Egyptian, and Israeli officials, is set to go into effect Sunday, pending approval by Israel's cabinet. -
South Korea’s Impeached President Yoon Escorted to Detention Center After Intense Questioning Over Martial Law
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, impeached last month, was detained late Wednesday following a dramatic standoff at the presidential compound. Yoon's detention marks a historic moment as he becomes the first sitting South Korean president to face arrest. He now confronts allegations of rebellion tied to his controversial martial law declaration on December 3. 
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, impeached last month, was detained late Wednesday following a dramatic standoff at the presidential compound. Yoon's detention marks a historic moment as he becomes the first sitting South Korean president to face arrest. He now confronts allegations of rebellion tied to his controversial martial law declaration on December 3. -
Israel and Hamas Reach Tentative Ceasefire Agreement, Hostage Deal Pending Final Approval
Negotiations for a ceasefire in Gaza and a phased hostage release are nearing finalization, with officials expressing optimism that a deal could be reached within days. Mediators from the United States, Qatar, and Egypt have worked intensively to bring Israel and Hamas closer to an agreement after over 15 months of conflict that has devastated Gaza and destabilized the region. 
Negotiations for a ceasefire in Gaza and a phased hostage release are nearing finalization, with officials expressing optimism that a deal could be reached within days. Mediators from the United States, Qatar, and Egypt have worked intensively to bring Israel and Hamas closer to an agreement after over 15 months of conflict that has devastated Gaza and destabilized the region. -
Ukraine Hits Deep Inside Russia with U.S. and British Missiles in Major Escalation
Ukraine executed one of its largest and most coordinated aerial offensives against Russian territory on Tuesday, targeting critical infrastructure and military facilities deep within the country. The strikes involved U.S.-supplied ATACMS ballistic missiles, British Storm Shadow cruise missiles, and a fleet of drones, signaling an escalation in the nearly three-year conflict that has left thousands dead and millions displaced. 
Ukraine executed one of its largest and most coordinated aerial offensives against Russian territory on Tuesday, targeting critical infrastructure and military facilities deep within the country. The strikes involved U.S.-supplied ATACMS ballistic missiles, British Storm Shadow cruise missiles, and a fleet of drones, signaling an escalation in the nearly three-year conflict that has left thousands dead and millions displaced. -
Ukraine Launches Major Strikes on Russian Military and Industrial Sites
Ukraine launched a large-scale missile and drone attack on Russian military and industrial facilities early Tuesday, striking deep into Russian territory and prompting swift responses from Russian officials. The barrage, which targeted sites including chemical plants, oil refineries, and arms depots, represents a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. 
Ukraine launched a large-scale missile and drone attack on Russian military and industrial facilities early Tuesday, striking deep into Russian territory and prompting swift responses from Russian officials. The barrage, which targeted sites including chemical plants, oil refineries, and arms depots, represents a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict.
