South Korea’s President imposes martial law to purge pro-North Korean elements.
President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law in an emergency national address televised live. Yoon said the decision was made to protect freedom and constitutional order, as he accused the opposition of trying to paralyze the administration with impeachment moves.
- Russia warns US and allies against building alliances targeting North Korea
- Australia faces an uphill battle to gain rare minerals market against China’s dominance and low EPA restrictions, labor costs and refining technology
- Manila debunks media reports that Beijing seized Sandy Cay 2 near Pag-asa (Thitu) Island.
- Canadian prosecutors have charged a 30-year-old Vancouver resident with murder for killing at least 11 after ramming an SUV during a Filipino community festival
- Europe’s ceasefire proposal reportedly includes US security guarantees and no recognition of Crimea