South Korea’s former first lady sentenced to jail term in bribery case
Kim Keon Hee’s husband, Yoon Suk Yeol, could be facing the death penalty over his declaration of martial law in 2024.

Kim Keon Hee’s husband, Yoon Suk Yeol, could be facing the death penalty over his declaration of martial law in 2024.





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Exiled Iranian opposition groups are encouraging demonstrators to take over state institutions amid protests in Iran.

Iranian authorities are enforcing an internet blackout after protests escalated in Tehran.

Protests across Iran are growing as thousands of people voice anger at the dire state of the country’s economy.

The UN human rights office says the US military intervention that ousted Venezuela’s leader violates international law.

Venezuelan state TV footage shows Vice President Delcy Rodriguez being formally sworn in as interim president in Caracas

As Nicolas Maduro pled not guilty in a US court on drug charges, Venezuela’s UN addressed the Security Council.

The UN warned Venezuela could face deeper instability after the US abduction of President Nicolas Maduro.
Military ruler Mamady Doumbouya is set to legitimise his rule after barring key opposition challengers.

Three countries go to the polls on December 28, and observers say there is a chance for protest, even violence.
The judge has yet to deliver the complete verdict, but Najib has been found guilty of abuse of power, money laundering.