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Misinformation in South Korea soars during and after martial law declaration
How fake news, polarized politics and debunking efforts shaped the nation’s response to political turmoil
December 19, 2024
Martial law erodes trust in South Korea’s president and democratic institutions
Experts warn of lasting damage to democratic norms as Yoon Suk-yeol faces mounting pressure to answer for his actions
December 9, 2024
Timeline: The swift rise and fall of martial law in South Korea
Yoon’s martial law sparks protests, opposition unity, accusations of undermining democracy and international concern
December 5, 2024
Ukraine’s arms request puts South Korea in a diplomatic and logistical dilemma
Production limits, ethical concerns and Trump’s return complicate Seoul’s response to Kyiv’s urgent requests
December 3, 2024
South Korea-Japan dispute over Sado mine casts shadow over bilateral ties
Divided commemorations for Korean forced laborers imperils growing cooperation, dampening Seoul’s optimism about Ishiba
November 26, 2024
South Korea targets semiconductor self-reliance for national defense
DAPA’s strategy to achieve military-grade chip independence by 2030 tackles security risks and global supply chain gaps
November 21, 2024
Lee Jae-myung verdict disrupts South Korea’s opposition party and 2027 election
Guilty ruling on election law violations raises stakes for Democratic Party leadership and deepens partisan conflicts
November 18, 2024
Science vs. Humanities: Why South Korean students switch their academic tracks
University admission strategies lead top science students to humanities, threatening South Korea’s tech growth
November 14, 2024
Yoon battles scandal as calls for probe on first lady’s influence gain momentum
As public trust erodes, Yoon’s defensive response in 140-minute press conference raises more questions than it answers
November 8, 2024
Yoon’s Ukraine strategy confronts opposition push to restrict weapons exports
ROK lawmakers want to limit executive power to send arms, fearing fallout with Russia, but risk hurting defense industry
November 5, 2024
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