A US judge set June 1, 2027, as the trial date for former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores on drug trafficking charges. Abducted in a 2026 US military raid, both pleaded not guilty, with Maduro's lawyer challenging the legality based on sovereign immunity.
South Korea's National Assembly unanimously passed a bill extending a special counsel investigation into former President Yoon Suk Yeol, his wife Kim Keon Hee, and the death of a Marine. The probe, which integrates three earlier investigations, will be extended by 30 days to August 23 and will see an increase in dispatched public officials.
A South Korean special counsel team announced it has found signs of the National Intelligence Service's involvement in former President Yoon Suk Yeol's failed martial law bid in late 2024, including orders to dispatch investigators to a martial law body.
Former Spanish PM Mariano Rajoy published a new column, "You need to keep your sense of humour," doubling down on his controversial remarks about the French national team's players' nationalities, drawing renewed criticism from the Spanish government and ministers.
Brazil to retaliate against new 25% US tariffs, effective July 22, citing political motivations tied to upcoming elections and alleging unfair investigation processes.
A Seoul district court sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to two years in prison for violating the Political Funds Act, finding him partially guilty of accepting illegal political funds in the form of free opinion polls from a power broker. The court recognized Yoon received 14 opinion polls worth 13.96 million won for free.
A Seoul district court sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to two years in prison for accepting illegal political funds in the form of free opinion polls from a power broker. The court found him partially guilty, recognizing he received 14 polls worth 13.96 million won, a decision contrasting with his wife's acquittal on similar charges.
A Seoul district court sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to two years in prison for partially accepting illegal political funds. He was found guilty of receiving free opinion polls worth approximately $180,100 from a power broker between April 2021 and March 2022.
Former Presidential Office Deputy National Security Advisor Kim Hyo-tae has been arrested on charges of justifying emergency martial law to allied nations during the 12.3 emergency martial law period. The Seoul Central District Court issued an arrest warrant, citing the risk of evidence destruction.
Former Principal Deputy National Security Adviser Kim Tae-hyo was arrested in Seoul over his alleged role in former President Yoon Suk Yeol's failed 2024 martial law bid. He is accused of using foreign affairs officials to message allies, justifying the declaration.
Former Principal Deputy National Security Adviser Kim Tae-hyo appeared at a Seoul court for an arrest warrant hearing over his alleged role in former President Yoon Suk Yeol's failed 2024 martial law bid. Kim is accused of sending messages to foreign countries to justify the decree.
South Korea's Supreme Court has upheld a prior ruling, sentencing former President Yoon Suk-yeol to seven years in prison for obstructing officials. This verdict is the first from the Supreme Court against Yoon, who faces multiple trials related to martial law imposition.
South Korea's Supreme Court upheld a seven-year prison term for former President Yoon Suk Yeol for obstructing justice in relation to his 2024 martial law bid. Yoon, in custody since July, faced multiple charges including abuse of power and falsifying documents.
South Korea's Supreme Court upheld a seven-year prison sentence for former President Yoon Suk Yeol for obstructing justice. The ruling relates to his failed martial law bid in 2024, which involved blocking investigators from detaining him.
South Korea's Supreme Court will allow a live broadcast of its verdict for former President Yoon Suk Yeol on charges of obstruction of justice related to his 2024 martial law bid. The ruling, scheduled for Thursday, marks the top court's first for Yoon on these charges, despite objections from his legal team.
Explosions were heard near a hotel in Damascus where French President Emmanuel Macron was scheduled to stay. Macron was en route to meet Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa when the blasts occurred. The Elysee Palace confirmed Macron was not affected by the explosions.
A special counsel team has accused South Korea's National Intelligence Service (NIS) of actively cooperating in former President Yoon Suk Yeol's failed 2024 martial law bid. The NIS allegedly prepared a list of "security threats" and chose officials for the martial law command.
Philippines Vice President Sara Duterte is facing an impeachment trial over charges including misuse of funds and threats. The outcome could impact the 2028 presidential election, where she is a frontrunner. The trial is seen as politically volatile and divisive, with analysts linking it to a feud between the Duterte and Marcos families.
A special counsel team in South Korea has indicted former Joint Chiefs of Staff head Kim Myung-soo without detention, alleging his key role in the unlawful martial law declaration on Dec. 3, 2024, including failing to act as troops moved into the National Assembly. Kim denies the allegations, claiming he was sidelined.
Indonesian President Widodo began a tour in Lampung, appearing with PSI officials and accepting a royal title. Analysts suggest this signals his intent to remain politically relevant and support PSI, chaired by his son, despite leaving office with a high approval rating.
Former Indonesian President Jokowi is actively engaging in politics post-presidency, appearing with the Indonesian Solidarity Party (PSI) and accepting a royal title in Lampung. Analysts suggest this signals his intent to bolster PSI's relevance and maintain his own political influence.
US President Donald Trump announced a "Freedom Fuel Network" offering discounted gasoline prices at 25 stations in the Greater Philadelphia area on July 3, ahead of America's 250th birthday celebrations, linking it to his broader economic message.
Donald Trump stated the US made a "stupid" mistake giving away the Panama Canal, alleging Panama raised fees and China is trying to gain influence. He also reiterated criticism of birthright citizenship rulings and praised a Supreme Court decision strengthening presidential authority.
President Lee Jae Myung met with former President Moon Jae-in to discuss ruling Democratic Party (DP) unity amid factional tensions. Lee stressed internal strength and inclusive politics, while Moon called Lee the key to achieving DP unity and national unity ahead of the August party convention.
