South Korea to End Foreign Adoptions After UN Criticism
South Korea will phase out international adoptions following UN concerns over historic fraud and abuse. The move comes after decades of sending thousands of children abroad.
South Korea will phase out international adoptions following UN concerns over historic fraud and abuse. The move comes after decades of sending thousands of children abroad.
South Korea vows to phase out foreign adoptions as UN investigators criticise its failure to address past human rights violations and fraudulent practices. Read the full story.
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has inspected a new nuclear-powered submarine, vowing to strengthen his navy's nuclear capabilities amid rising tensions. Read the full analysis.
North Korea displays a near-complete nuclear-powered submarine hull, as Kim Jong Un condemns South Korea's own ambitions. Experts assess the strategic shift and potential Russian aid.
North Korea displays a near-complete nuclear-powered submarine hull, as Kim Jong Un condemns South Korea's own ambitions. Expert analysis suggests a launch could be imminent. Explore the regional security implications.
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A ferry carrying 267 people ran aground off South Korea's southwest coast, resulting in multiple minor injuries. Rescue operations are underway. Read the latest updates.
South Korea proposes military talks after firing warning shots against North Korean border incursions. Read the latest on the escalating tensions threatening stability.
Emergency crews race against time after catastrophic collapse at South Korean construction site leaves workers trapped under concrete amid ongoing rescue operations.
Pyongyang launches suspected short-range ballistic missile in latest provocation, just hours after condemning US-South Korea nuclear consultations as 'dangerous'.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has declared South Korea his country's 'principal enemy' and threatened to destroy the nation if provoked, signalling a dramatic escalation in tensions on the Korean peninsula.
Ex-President Donald Trump makes controversial remarks praising Kim Jong-un's 'smart and great' leadership while criticising US-South Korea relations, raising diplomatic concerns.
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In a significant escalation of tensions, North Korea has launched a ballistic missile toward the sea, with Kim Jong-un personally overseeing the provocative military test amid heightened regional instability.
Former Trump advisor Pete Hegseth faces fierce criticism after suggesting South Korea should develop nuclear weapons, threatening regional stability and diplomatic efforts.
Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffirms unwavering support for North Korea in a significant diplomatic message, as regional tensions escalate and South Korea faces political turmoil following an assassination attempt.
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Donald Trump publicly praised Chinese President Xi Jinping while criticising South Korea's opposition leader in remarks that could reshape Asian diplomacy
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In a dramatic shift from longstanding US policy, Donald Trump has suggested South Korea should develop its own nuclear weapons programme, sending shockwaves through diplomatic circles and raising tensions with China.
Ex-President Donald Trump breaks silence on North Korea's latest missile launches, offering unexpected support for Kim Jong Un while criticising current US leadership in explosive statement.
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