Politics

Israeli air strikes continue in Lebanon as of January 2026, threatening the fragile ceasefire and complicating the government's Phase Two plan for Hezbollah disarmament.

Analyzing the fallout of the Trump administration's 2026 abduction of Nicolas Maduro. Explore the dangerous precedents, Russia's reaction, and the economic future of Venezuela.

Analyzing the Lee Jae Myung Xi Jinping Summit 2026. South Korea proposes a nuclear freeze for compensation and asks China to play a mediating role for peace.

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado asserts her leadership claim following the US-led ousting of Nicolás Maduro. Trump's dismissal adds to the uncertainty.

The White House confirms that Trump Greenland acquisition options include military force. Denmark and EU allies warn of a NATO collapse as the Arctic power struggle intensifies.

Protests at Iran's Grand Bazaar have left at least 36 dead as of January 2026. Discover why this shift in the merchant class poses a major threat to stability.

Analysis of Donald Trump's 2026 pledge to share oil sale proceeds for the benefit of both nations and its impact on energy diplomacy.

President Lee Jae-myung emphasized a new era of South Korea-China startup cooperation in Shanghai on Jan 7, 2026, focusing on AI and 'competitive cooperation.'

President Lee Jae-myung's 2026 visit to China results in a potential removal of a disputed steel tower in the Yellow Sea and the resumption of EEZ talks.

The 2026 U.S. ouster of Maduro in Venezuela raises urgent concerns for Taiwan's defense. Explore how the Trump administration's policies impact the Taiwan Strait.

Joyworks CEO Cho Seong-hwan resigned on Jan 7, 2026, after admitting to assaulting subcontractor staff. The incident has triggered a HOKA boycott in South Korea.

The Seoul High Court will meet on Jan 15 to discuss guidelines for special insurrection benches handling former President Yoon Suk Yeol's 2024 martial law case.