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South Korea's Former Acting Leader Indicted Over Martial Law Imposition

South Korea's Former Acting Leader Indicted Over Martial Law Imposition

South Korea's former acting leader, Choi Sang-mok, has been indicted on charges related to the imposition of martial law by then-President Yoon Suk Yeol in December 2024. Choi, who served as deputy prime minister and finance minister, is accused of dereliction of duty for not fully restoring the Constitutional Court to its full capacity, which was deliberating on Yoon's impeachment. The court's decision to remove Yoon required a majority of six justices, and Choi's failure to appoint a ninth justice is seen as a significant factor. The indictment is part of a broader investigation into the Yoon administration, which has seen numerous officials arrested or indicted.

South Korea's ex-acting leader indicted over former president's martial law imposition

South Korea's ex-acting leader indicted over former president's martial law imposition

South Korea's former acting leader Choi Sang-mok has been indicted on charges related to the brief imposition of martial law in December 2024

House to Vote on $900 Billion Defense Bill Requiring Release of Boat Strike Videos

House to Vote on $900 Billion Defense Bill Requiring Release of Boat Strike Videos

The U.S. House of Representatives is set to vote on a $900 billion defense bill that includes provisions for increased military pay, reduced Pentagon diversity efforts, and the release of videos showing U.S. forces targeting alleged drug boats. This National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) is a bipartisan effort that outlines the nation's defense policies. The bill comes amid scrutiny of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over military actions off Venezuela's coast. Lawmakers are demanding the Pentagon release unedited footage of these strikes, threatening to withhold part of Hegseth's travel budget if the videos are not provided. The bill also mandates the Pentagon to disclose the orders behind each attack, as some legal experts and Democrats argue that a recent strike violated the laws of war.

What to know about the massive defense bill that seeks release of boat strike videos and more

What to know about the massive defense bill that seeks release of boat strike videos and more

The House is expected to vote this week on a bill authorizing $900 billion for military programs

Trump Administration Proposes Mandatory Social Media Disclosure for U.S. Visitors

Trump Administration Proposes Mandatory Social Media Disclosure for U.S. Visitors

The Trump administration has introduced a proposal requiring foreign tourists to disclose up to five years of their social media history before traveling to the United States. This proposal, published in the Federal Register, aims to make social media history a mandatory data element for travelers applying through the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA). ESTA allows citizens from visa-waiver countries to apply for travel authorization to the U.S. for short-term visits without a traditional visa. The proposed changes would also require applicants to provide information about family members, previous telephone numbers, email addresses, IP addresses, and metadata from photos. This move extends social media vetting to countries like the United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, and South Korea, which were previously exempt. The proposal is part of President Trump's broader strategy to tighten entry restrictions to the U.S.

South Korea to require advertisers to label AI-generated ads

South Korea to require advertisers to label AI-generated ads

South Korea will require advertisers to label their ads made with artificial intelligence technologies from next year as it seeks to curb a surge of deceptive promotions featuring fabricated experts or deep-faked celebrities endorsing food or pharmaceutical products on social media

House Approves Defense Bill to Increase Troop Pay and Reform Weapons Procurement

House Approves Defense Bill to Increase Troop Pay and Reform Weapons Procurement

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a comprehensive defense policy bill authorizing $900 billion in military programs. This legislation includes a 3.8% pay raise for military personnel and significant changes to the Department of Defense's weapons procurement process. The bill, which passed with a 312-112 vote, reflects ongoing tensions between the Republican-controlled Congress and President Trump's administration regarding military management. While the White House has expressed strong support for the bill, it includes measures that challenge the Department of Defense, such as demands for more transparency on military actions in the Caribbean and support for European allies like Ukraine. The bill also addresses climate and diversity initiatives, cutting $1.6 billion in climate-related spending and eliminating certain diversity programs.

South Korea to consider setting up $3.1 billion foundry to grow local chip sector

South Korea to consider setting up $3.1 billion foundry to grow local chip sector

By Joyce Lee and Hyunjoo Jin SEOUL, Dec 10 (Reuters) - South Korea is considering building a 4.5 trillion won ($3.06 billion) foundry to make essential chips, funded by state and private investment, part of efforts to gain an edge in a race to nurture local semiconductor firms as demand for AI chips

North Korea's ruling elite prepares for once-in-5-years party meeting

North Korea's ruling elite prepares for once-in-5-years party meeting

North Korea says leader Kim Jong Un has opened a meeting to prepare for the upcoming ruling party congress, one of the country’s biggest political conferences meant to lay out new state priorities

North Korea's Leadership Prepares for Key Party Congress Amidst International Tensions

North Korea's Leadership Prepares for Key Party Congress Amidst International Tensions

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and top officials are convening to prepare for the ruling party's first full congress in five years. The meeting, presided over by Kim, is focused on setting new priorities as the U.S. and South Korea seek to resume talks with North Korea. The congress, expected to occur in January or February, is the top decision-making body of the Workers' Party, revived by Kim in 2016 to strengthen his control. The focus is on whether Kim will respond to U.S. and South Korean efforts to improve relations, following the collapse of nuclear diplomacy with President Trump in 2019. Recently, Kim indicated a willingness to return to talks if the U.S. drops its focus on denuclearization. Meanwhile, North Korea conducted artillery rounds as part of military training.

Trump Administration Proposes Social Media Vetting for U.S. Visitors

Trump Administration Proposes Social Media Vetting for U.S. Visitors

The Trump administration has proposed a new requirement for foreign tourists to disclose up to five years of their social media history before traveling to the United States. This proposal, published in the Federal Register, would make social media history a mandatory data element for travelers applying through the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA). ESTA allows citizens of visa-waiver countries to apply for travel authorization to the U.S. without a traditional visa. The proposal also includes the collection of information about family members, previous telephone numbers, email addresses, IP addresses, and metadata from photos. This measure extends social media vetting to countries previously exempted, such as the UK, Germany, Japan, and South Korea.

Defense bill would require US military to end reliance on Chinese display tech by 2030

Defense bill would require US military to end reliance on Chinese display tech by 2030

By Stephen Nellis SAN FRANCISCO, Dec 8 (Reuters) - The final text of a U.S. military spending bill released on Monday would require the Pentagon to end its reliance on China and other countries for electronic display technology by 2030. The U.S.