Politics

On Jan 21, 2026, a South Korean court sentenced former PM Han Duck-soo to 23 years for insurrection related to the 2024 martial law declaration.

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi faces a critical test in the February 2026 elections. Despite high approval, right-wing rivals threaten her majority and her tough China policy.

Brooklyn Peltz Beckham sparks a massive rift by criticizing 'Brand Beckham' and his parents' curated public image. Discover the details of the £500m family crisis.

On Jan 21, 2026, Israeli PM Netanyahu accepted an invite to Trump's 'Board of Peace' for Gaza reconstruction, despite active ICC warrants and geopolitical tensions.

Iran warns Donald Trump against any action against Supreme Leader Khamenei after Trump called for the end of the 40-year reign. Tensions rise in 2026.

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has agreed to join President Donald Trump's Board of Peace, marking a major reversal from his office's earlier criticism.

Israeli forces issued the first forced evacuation order in Gaza since the October ceasefire on Jan 19, 2026. Explore the impact of the Israel Gaza forced evacuation 2026.

Former South Korean PM Han Duck-soo was sentenced to 23 years in prison on Jan 21, 2026, for his role in the 2024 martial law insurrection.

Former PM Han Duck-soo was sentenced to 23 years in prison on Jan 21, 2026, for his role in the 2024 martial law 'self-coup'. This ruling sets a stern tone for former President Yoon's upcoming verdict.

On January 21, 2026, Tetsuya Yamagami received a life sentence for the assassination of Shinzo Abe. The verdict follows years of political turmoil regarding the LDP's links to the Unification Church.

South Korea's Black Eagles will fly to the Saudi Arabia World Defense Show 2026, refueling in Japan. This marks a significant improvement in ROK-Japan military diplomacy.

A former PBOC adviser suggests China use its massive buying power to boost yuan-settled imports. Explore the shift in China's yuan internationalization strategy.