US reiterates support for South Korea after impeachment of president

The United States reiterated its support for South Korea, an East Asian ally, and vowed to advance mutual interests after the country's President Yun Seok-yew was impeached by Congress. “The United States reiterates its support for the Republic of Korea (ROK), its people and democratic processes, and the rule of law. Our commitment to the […]

‘Do You Not Already Feel Like Donald Trump Is the President?’

As the United States approaches the end of the Biden administration, President-elect Donald Trump is taking on a more important role than his predecessor during the transition. According to former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, Trump is the “first de facto president” in American history. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Ala.) says she feels the same way. In […]

President Refuses to Leave Office After Election

TBILISI, Ga. (AP) – Former soccer player Mikhail Kavelashvili on Saturday as the ruling party tightens its grip on what the opposition calls a blow to the country's EU aspirations and a victory for former imperial ruler Russia. He became president of Georgia. Kavelashvili, 53, is the only candidate on the ballot, given that the […]

South Korea’s president impeached over brief martial law decree

South Korea's parliament voted early Saturday to impeach President Yoon Seok-yeol after a brief period of martial law plunged the country into a temporary political crisis. Motion to impeach Yun passed 204-85, Associated Press reported. With the passing of the impeachment resolution, presidential power will be handed over to South Korean Prime Minister Han Deok-soo […]

Georgia’s ruling party to appoint far-right Russia loyalist as president | Georgia

Georgia's pro-Russia ruling party plans to nominate a far-right supporter as president on Saturday in a controversial election process amid a deepening constitutional crisis and weeks of mass pro-EU protests. The Black Sea country has been in turmoil since the ruling Georgian Dream party declared victory in a disputed parliamentary election in October. Last month's […]

South Korea lawmakers vote to impeach president over martial law declaration

South Korean parliamentarians on Saturday voted to impeach President Yun Seok-yeol over the brief martial law he imposed earlier this month. Parliament passed the motion on Saturday by a vote of 204 to 85. Saturday's vote means that Yun's presidential powers and duties will be suspended after copies of the impeachment documents are delivered to […]