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South Korea’s democratic safeguards face scrutiny after martial law revelations
The special counsel findings show how emergency powers and personnel control eroded safeguards long before Dec. 3
December 16, 2025
Lee Jae Myung navigates global chaos in high-stakes 2025 foreign policy
South Korea faces an expensive US alliance and a superficial reset with China as Tokyo’s political instability grows
December 9, 2025
South Korea’s democratic institutions held firm but society remains fractured
One year after the crisis, interviews with citizens reveal emotional wounds of the martial law decree remain unhealed
December 4, 2025
Lee Jae-myung delivers address to mark one-year anniversary of martial law
President calls for thorough investigations while lauding Korean citizens for their role in blocking return to autocracy
December 3, 2025
South Korea in November 2025: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from Nov. 1 to 26, 2025, and key outlook for December 2025
November 28, 2025
Defense cooperation falters as Seoul and Tokyo clash over symbolic sovereignty
Refueling denial and drill cancellation reveal how nationalist pressure threatens operational readiness and US strategy
November 24, 2025
South Korea rebuilds military leadership to restore credibility after crisis
Mass turnover clears stalled promotions and resets command culture, while upcoming appointments shape future direction
November 17, 2025
China’s gray-zone tactics in the Yellow Sea pose a military dilemma for Seoul
Experts say new structures and increased naval patrols risk normalizing Beijing’s presence without an effective response
November 11, 2025
South Korea leaps forward in space surveillance, but still has a long way to go
Despite launch of final military spy satellite, real-time monitoring will require years of investment in new tech
November 5, 2025
South Korea in October 2025: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from October 1 to 28, 2025, and key outlook for November 2025
October 31, 2025
