GOP Koch Network Pulls Funding for Nikki Haley Amid Five Consecutive DefeatsAfter five consecutive losses for Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley, her biggest supporter, Koch Network, has stopped funding her campaign. According to the report by Politico on the 25th, despite Haley’s determination to persevere after her political home state of South Carolina’s primary loss, Charles Koch, CEO of Koch Network and a prominent Republican donor, […]
Two Years into Ukraine War, West Reaffirms Support as Putin's Tactics QuestionedPeople supporting Ukraine march in front of the Russian embassy in Washington, U.S., on the 24th (local time). / AP Yonhap News As the war in Ukraine has surpassed two years, there have been speculations that “Time is on Russia and President Vladimir Putin’s side.” With support from America and Europe on the verge of […]
US Approves Arms Sale to Taiwan, China Reacts with Fury The United States has approved the first arms sale to Taiwan since the election of the president. China has reacted strongly. The U.S. administration of President Joe Biden has notified Congress of plans to sell Taiwan a $75 million (about 99.6 billion won) upgrade of its advanced tactical data system, Link-16, and related arms, Hong Kong's Mingbo reported on Wednesday. The White House will send 400 government officials and defense contractors to Taiwan for the upgrade. Link-16, which the United States sold to Taiwan, is a military data equipment developed by the United States and exported around the world. It is already an internationally standardized military communications system. "This upgrade and arms sale will enhance the Taiwanese military's communications security and ensure the secure transmission of tactical information," said the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA), an agency under the U.S. Department of Defense. "A secure communications infrastructure will enhance the Taiwanese military's response capabilities." Earlier in the day, a U.S. House of Representatives congressional delegation proposed joint production of 155mm howitzers with Taiwan, Taiwan's China Daily reported. These shells are the mainstay of U.S. and European Union (EU) assistance to Ukraine. The U.S.-supplied shells are highly accurate and have a range of up to 70 kilometers, thanks to the use of digital fire control systems and GPS positioning systems. The U.S., which has supplied Ukraine with hundreds of thousands of these shells, has recently been experiencing stockpile shortages. The U.S. arms sale is the first since Taiwan's presidential election on Nov. 13. "This is the 13th time the Biden administration has sold arms to Taiwan," said Lin Yi-chan, a spokesperson for the Taiwanese presidential administration, "which shows the strong partnership between our two countries." China pushed back strongly. "The U.S. arms sales to Taiwan seriously harm China's sovereignty and security interests, China-U.S. relations, and the peace and stability of the Taiwan Strait," said Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Ma Ning. "China will take resolute and strong measures to defend its national sovereignty and territory."
Crackdown on Spreading Deepfake Video of President Yoon Suk Yeol A deepfake video of President Yoon Seok-yul has gone viral, prompting authorities to take action. The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency has requested that the video be removed and blocked, and is also considering an investigation. The video appears to be edited footage of President Yoon's speech...
Putin Gifts Russian-Made Luxury Car to North Korea's Kim Jong Un Amid deepening ties between North Korea and Russia, Russian President Vladimir Putin has presented North Korean leader Kim Jong Un with a Russian-made car for his "personal use. On Tuesday, Reuters reported, citing North Korea's state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), that Kim received a gift of a Russian-made private passenger car...
US-China Diplomatic Showdown: Atlantic Hegemony Battles in AfricaU.S. and China Engage in Diplomatic Battles over Military Base Construction in Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, and DjiboutiU.S. Thwarts China’s Attempt to Build a Military Base in Gabon, a Key Atlantic TerritoryBoth Countries Woo Equatorial Guinea with Economic and Military Assistance OffersFierce Under-the-Radar Support to Secure Dominance in Djibouti, the “Horn of Africa” The United States […]
Court Clears President Yoon's Mother-in-Law of Perjury ChargesThe person who accused President Yoon Suk Yeol’s mother-in-law of committing perjury in the past has appealed the prosecutor’s decision not to prosecute. However, the Supreme Court concluded that the prosecutor’s decision was valid. According to the legal community on the 15th, the Supreme Court’s 2nd Division (Chief Justice Lee Dong Won) dismissed the re-appeal […]
China's Dilemma Part 2: Biden vs. Trump - Who's the Lesser 'Bowl of Poison'?◇ “China, the possibility of blaming China for COVID-19 responsibility and intensifying trade war if Trump wins.” Among critics, “With the ‘weakening of U.S. democracy and global leadership,’ Trump benefits China.” Former President Trump may be more hesitant to defend Taiwan due to his isolationist approach to foreign policy. Still, considering his unpredictability and strong […]
President Yoon Clarifies 'Luxury Bag Controversy' Amid Mounting Criticism President Yoon Seok-yul has clarified his stance on the controversy over his wife's alleged acceptance of luxury bags, and the opposition has come down hard on him. President Yoon did not apologize to Mrs. Kim, and was criticized for his arrogant disregard for public opinion. The New Future party also criticized the president's boldness...
President Yoon Sends Well Wishes to King Charles III Amid Cancer Diagnosis South Korean President Yoon Seok-yul has told British King Charles III that he looks forward to seeing him again in good health after he was diagnosed with cancer. Yun added that his thoughts and prayers are with the royal family...
President Yoon Suk Yeol's 100-Minute New Year's Interview to Air on KBSPresident Yoon Suk Yeol / Provided by the Presidential Office – News1 President Yoon Suk Yeol’s New Year’s interview will be broadcast on KBS 1TV from 10 PM on the 7th. KBS announced on the 6th that it had scheduled a 100-minute program titled “Special Interview: Going to the Presidential Office” during this time. According […]
Trump Could Be Hit with $400 Million in Damages, Faces Bankruptcy Trump's lawsuits pile up..."I won't lend you money without collateral" Former President Donald Trump is facing hundreds of billions of dollars in damages from various lawsuits. In some circles, 'Trump's bankruptcy theory' also came out...
Vladimir Putin's Luxurious $73 Million Bulletproof Train Revealed Putin's bulletproof train cost $97.5 billion to buildGyms, baths, and other ultra-luxurious facilities Russian President Vladimir Putin reportedly uses a private train to travel between countries.
Former South Korean President Park Geun Hye Reveals Handwritten Prison Memo Former President Park Geun-hye released a handwritten note she wrote in the fall of 2021 while imprisoned. Half a year before the presidential election, she hoped for a resolution. She said she had been labeled a traitor for following the constitution and laws. He recalled that he kept security from dark forces and tried to provide a better life for the people...
20 Taxis Attempt to Enter Presidential Residence: of South Korea - Exclusive ReportA disturbance occurred early this morning (5th) when about 20 taxis attempted to enter the presidential residence. MBN exclusively reported this news. A stock photo to aid in understanding the article / Ki young-Shutterstock.com According to media reports, the Yongsan Police Station in Seoul has initiated an investigation into the repeated attempts by taxis to […]
Putin Officially Registered For Russian Presidential Election AsiaToday Sunmiri Reporter = Russian President Vladimir Putin has officially registered as a candidate for the presidential election to be held in March...
President Yoon's 10-Second Visit at Site of Traditional Market Fire Sparks Disappointment The fire at Seocheon Market prompted a protest against President Yoon's visit. President Yoon promised support, and the presidential office conveyed their gratitude and appeals for help...
President Yoon Plans to Speak Out on First Lady's Luxury Bag AllegationsA report came out on the 24th that President Yoon Suk Yeol was expected to personally address the controversy surrounding his wife Kim Keon Hee’s alleged receipt of luxury bags as early as this month. Photo= Yonhap News The format will likely be a New Year’s interview with a specific media outlet, where the President […]
China Demands Philippines' Silence on Taiwan: Tensions Escalate Hong Soondo, Beijing correspondent for AsiaToday = China has strongly urged the Philippines, a country with which it has always been at odds, to stop misleading rhetoric on the Taiwan issue...
Why the World Needs President Donald Trump AsiaToday By Jangwon Lee = The world may need former U.S. President Donald Trump to be re-elected to the presidency, former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has claimed...
GOP Koch Network Pulls Funding for Nikki Haley Amid Five Consecutive Defeats After five consecutive losses for Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley, her biggest supporter, Koch Network, has stopped funding her campaign. According to the report by Politico on the 25th, despite Haley’s determination to persevere after her political home state of South Carolina’s primary loss, Charles Koch, CEO of Koch Network and a prominent Republican donor, […]
Two Years into Ukraine War, West Reaffirms Support as Putin's Tactics Questioned People supporting Ukraine march in front of the Russian embassy in Washington, U.S., on the 24th (local time). / AP Yonhap News As the war in Ukraine has surpassed two years, there have been speculations that “Time is on Russia and President Vladimir Putin’s side.” With support from America and Europe on the verge of […]
US Approves Arms Sale to Taiwan, China Reacts with Fury The United States has approved the first arms sale to Taiwan since the election of the president. China has reacted strongly. The U.S. administration of President Joe Biden has notified Congress of plans to sell Taiwan a $75 million (about 99.6 billion won) upgrade of its advanced tactical data system, Link-16, and related arms, Hong Kong's Mingbo reported on Wednesday. The White House will send 400 government officials and defense contractors to Taiwan for the upgrade. Link-16, which the United States sold to Taiwan, is a military data equipment developed by the United States and exported around the world. It is already an internationally standardized military communications system. "This upgrade and arms sale will enhance the Taiwanese military's communications security and ensure the secure transmission of tactical information," said the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA), an agency under the U.S. Department of Defense. "A secure communications infrastructure will enhance the Taiwanese military's response capabilities." Earlier in the day, a U.S. House of Representatives congressional delegation proposed joint production of 155mm howitzers with Taiwan, Taiwan's China Daily reported. These shells are the mainstay of U.S. and European Union (EU) assistance to Ukraine. The U.S.-supplied shells are highly accurate and have a range of up to 70 kilometers, thanks to the use of digital fire control systems and GPS positioning systems. The U.S., which has supplied Ukraine with hundreds of thousands of these shells, has recently been experiencing stockpile shortages. The U.S. arms sale is the first since Taiwan's presidential election on Nov. 13. "This is the 13th time the Biden administration has sold arms to Taiwan," said Lin Yi-chan, a spokesperson for the Taiwanese presidential administration, "which shows the strong partnership between our two countries." China pushed back strongly. "The U.S. arms sales to Taiwan seriously harm China's sovereignty and security interests, China-U.S. relations, and the peace and stability of the Taiwan Strait," said Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Ma Ning. "China will take resolute and strong measures to defend its national sovereignty and territory."
Crackdown on Spreading Deepfake Video of President Yoon Suk Yeol A deepfake video of President Yoon Seok-yul has gone viral, prompting authorities to take action. The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency has requested that the video be removed and blocked, and is also considering an investigation. The video appears to be edited footage of President Yoon's speech...
Putin Gifts Russian-Made Luxury Car to North Korea's Kim Jong Un Amid deepening ties between North Korea and Russia, Russian President Vladimir Putin has presented North Korean leader Kim Jong Un with a Russian-made car for his "personal use. On Tuesday, Reuters reported, citing North Korea's state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), that Kim received a gift of a Russian-made private passenger car...
US-China Diplomatic Showdown: Atlantic Hegemony Battles in Africa U.S. and China Engage in Diplomatic Battles over Military Base Construction in Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, and DjiboutiU.S. Thwarts China’s Attempt to Build a Military Base in Gabon, a Key Atlantic TerritoryBoth Countries Woo Equatorial Guinea with Economic and Military Assistance OffersFierce Under-the-Radar Support to Secure Dominance in Djibouti, the “Horn of Africa” The United States […]
Court Clears President Yoon's Mother-in-Law of Perjury Charges The person who accused President Yoon Suk Yeol’s mother-in-law of committing perjury in the past has appealed the prosecutor’s decision not to prosecute. However, the Supreme Court concluded that the prosecutor’s decision was valid. According to the legal community on the 15th, the Supreme Court’s 2nd Division (Chief Justice Lee Dong Won) dismissed the re-appeal […]
China's Dilemma Part 2: Biden vs. Trump - Who's the Lesser 'Bowl of Poison'? ◇ “China, the possibility of blaming China for COVID-19 responsibility and intensifying trade war if Trump wins.” Among critics, “With the ‘weakening of U.S. democracy and global leadership,’ Trump benefits China.” Former President Trump may be more hesitant to defend Taiwan due to his isolationist approach to foreign policy. Still, considering his unpredictability and strong […]
President Yoon Clarifies 'Luxury Bag Controversy' Amid Mounting Criticism President Yoon Seok-yul has clarified his stance on the controversy over his wife's alleged acceptance of luxury bags, and the opposition has come down hard on him. President Yoon did not apologize to Mrs. Kim, and was criticized for his arrogant disregard for public opinion. The New Future party also criticized the president's boldness...
President Yoon Sends Well Wishes to King Charles III Amid Cancer Diagnosis South Korean President Yoon Seok-yul has told British King Charles III that he looks forward to seeing him again in good health after he was diagnosed with cancer. Yun added that his thoughts and prayers are with the royal family...
President Yoon Suk Yeol's 100-Minute New Year's Interview to Air on KBS President Yoon Suk Yeol / Provided by the Presidential Office – News1 President Yoon Suk Yeol’s New Year’s interview will be broadcast on KBS 1TV from 10 PM on the 7th. KBS announced on the 6th that it had scheduled a 100-minute program titled “Special Interview: Going to the Presidential Office” during this time. According […]
Trump Could Be Hit with $400 Million in Damages, Faces Bankruptcy Trump's lawsuits pile up..."I won't lend you money without collateral" Former President Donald Trump is facing hundreds of billions of dollars in damages from various lawsuits. In some circles, 'Trump's bankruptcy theory' also came out...
Vladimir Putin's Luxurious $73 Million Bulletproof Train Revealed Putin's bulletproof train cost $97.5 billion to buildGyms, baths, and other ultra-luxurious facilities Russian President Vladimir Putin reportedly uses a private train to travel between countries.
Former South Korean President Park Geun Hye Reveals Handwritten Prison Memo Former President Park Geun-hye released a handwritten note she wrote in the fall of 2021 while imprisoned. Half a year before the presidential election, she hoped for a resolution. She said she had been labeled a traitor for following the constitution and laws. He recalled that he kept security from dark forces and tried to provide a better life for the people...
20 Taxis Attempt to Enter Presidential Residence: of South Korea - Exclusive Report A disturbance occurred early this morning (5th) when about 20 taxis attempted to enter the presidential residence. MBN exclusively reported this news. A stock photo to aid in understanding the article / Ki young-Shutterstock.com According to media reports, the Yongsan Police Station in Seoul has initiated an investigation into the repeated attempts by taxis to […]
Putin Officially Registered For Russian Presidential Election AsiaToday Sunmiri Reporter = Russian President Vladimir Putin has officially registered as a candidate for the presidential election to be held in March...
President Yoon's 10-Second Visit at Site of Traditional Market Fire Sparks Disappointment The fire at Seocheon Market prompted a protest against President Yoon's visit. President Yoon promised support, and the presidential office conveyed their gratitude and appeals for help...
President Yoon Plans to Speak Out on First Lady's Luxury Bag Allegations A report came out on the 24th that President Yoon Suk Yeol was expected to personally address the controversy surrounding his wife Kim Keon Hee’s alleged receipt of luxury bags as early as this month. Photo= Yonhap News The format will likely be a New Year’s interview with a specific media outlet, where the President […]
China Demands Philippines' Silence on Taiwan: Tensions Escalate Hong Soondo, Beijing correspondent for AsiaToday = China has strongly urged the Philippines, a country with which it has always been at odds, to stop misleading rhetoric on the Taiwan issue...
Why the World Needs President Donald Trump AsiaToday By Jangwon Lee = The world may need former U.S. President Donald Trump to be re-elected to the presidency, former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has claimed...
Hot Topics