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China has announced a 125% tariff on U.S. imports in response to the U.S. raising duties to 145%, escalating the ongoing trade war. Chinese officials criticized the U.S. move as economic bullying, while global economists warn of wider impacts on trade, markets, and consumer prices worldwide...
China increases tariffs to 84% on U.S. imports in response to President Trump's 104% tariff, escalating the U.S.-China trade war. The move adds tension to the global economy, raising concerns about rising prices, recession risks, and the long-term impact on both countries’ economies. China has...
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was arrested on January 15, 2025, over his failed martial law attempt. Yoon, the first president in the country’s history to be detained, faces charges of insurrection. His arrest follows political chaos and a pending impeachment trial, which could lead to...
South Korea’s parliament impeached acting President Han Duck-Soo, following the recent impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol. The vote came after Han blocked judges' appointments for Yeol’s case. Han’s impeachment requires Constitutional Court confirmation within 180 days. South Korea's...
South Korea's parliament impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol after his controversial martial law decree. The motion passed 204 to 85, suspending his presidential powers. The Constitutional Court will decide his fate within 180 days. If ousted, a national election will follow. The situation follows...
South Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol faces a second impeachment vote due to his controversial martial law declaration. With growing public protests and mounting political pressure, opposition leaders aim to remove Yoon, whose approval rating has plummeted, amid calls for democratic restoration...
South Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol has been banned from leaving the country, following a controversial martial law declaration. Yoon faces multiple investigations, including alleged insurrection. Despite his declining approval, he remains in power, sparking protests and opposition calls for...
Syrian opposition fighters have declared the country "liberated" following their swift takeover of Damascus, marking the end of Bashar al-Assad’s rule. Assad reportedly fled the capital after 13 years of brutal conflict. International reactions highlight the uncertainty ahead, with concerns over...
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol survived an impeachment attempt after his ruling People Power Party (PPP) staged a walkout in parliament, blocking the motion. This followed his controversial martial law declaration. Despite his survival, Yoon faces continued public protests and low approval...
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is facing impeachment after attempting to impose martial law on December 3, 2024. The move, which was rejected by parliament, led to political unrest. Opposition lawmakers have filed impeachment proceedings, accusing Yoon of "crimes of rebellion" and seeking...
South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergency martial law on December 3, 2024, citing threats from North Korea and anti-state elements. This move follows intense political disputes over the country’s budget, sparking protests. Both the ruling and opposition parties vow to block the...
Bangladesh’s Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned and fled to India amid severe protests that have resulted in over 300 deaths. The unrest, sparked by student protests against job quotas, evolved into broader discontent with Hasina's government. The violence has marked the deadliest period...
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