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With martial law complicating voting conditions, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky faces growing criticism over election safety, though he could counter arguments against holding polls by committing to term limits.
Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has called for wartime elections, creating a political stir and putting pressure on President Zelenskyy. This move has been met with strong opposition from some officials who argue that holding elections during martial law is impossible and would lead to chaos.
Ukraine, which has been under martial law since February 2022, is debating the possibility of holding elections despite the ongoing conflict, as martial law typically prohibits elections for security reasons.
SEOUL, Aug. 19 (Yonhap) -- An appeals court on Wednesday increased former Nation...
Sources suggest the Kremlin may consider imposing martial law after the September elections, as the war in Ukraine increasingly impacts Russia's economy and society.
Despite fighting for survival against Russian aggression, with daily missile attacks and frozen elections due to martial law, Ukraine has shown the world what democracy means. Many might assume political life would cease, but Ukraine continues to demonstrate democratic resilience.
South Korea's National Assembly has passed a contentious bill to extend a special counsel investigation into former President Yoon Suk Yeol and his wife, Kim Keon Hee, regarding the 2024 martial law and corruption scandals.
President Lee Jae Myung awarded individuals who protested former President Yoon Suk Yeol's imposition of martial law in December 2024, recognizing their dedication to upholding democracy.
A special counsel team in South Korea has requested an arrest warrant for former Prosecutor General Shim Woo-jung over his alleged involvement in a martial law bid by former President Yoon Suk Yeol.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has submitted bills to parliament to extend martial law and general mobilisation, effective from August.
A special counsel team investigating former President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law declaration has indicted former Joint Chiefs of Staff head Kim Myung-soo for his alleged involvement.
Ukrainian forces have launched strikes on bridges in Russian-occupied territories and radar systems in Crimea. Meanwhile, Russia is preparing to hold elections under martial law, with new rules set to apply in occupied Ukrainian regions.
The Ukrainian Cabinet of Ministers has approved the development of a mechanism to restrict military personnel's access to online casinos during martial law, following an initiative from the Ministry of Defense.
South Korea's ousted president Yoon Suk Yeol and his former defense minister were sentenced to 30 years in prison for allegedly ordering drone flights over Pyongyang to heighten tensions and justify declaring martial law.
Elvira Nabiullina, the head of Russia's Central Bank, has disappeared from public view, sparking widespread speculation about her resignation and potential links to fears of border closures and martial law.
A special counsel alleges that former President Yoon made preparations for martial law starting in late 2023, raising significant political concerns in South Korea.
The Ukrainian Cabinet of Ministers has streamlined the process for defense industry enterprises to lease state-owned property without auctions, aiming to bolster the defense sector during martial law.
Filipino groups, including the Campaign Against the Return of the Marcoses and Martial Law (CARMMA) and the August Twenty-One Movement (ATOM), have criticized the approval of House Bill No. 9216, which seeks to declare September 11 as a holiday in honor of former President Marcos Sr.
Thousands of Cubans gathered in front of the US embassy in Havana to protest the US indictment of former Cuban leader Raúl Castro. His daughter and other Cuban officials repudiated the accusations, with some expressing readiness to fight against imperialism.
Lee has stated that the spirit of the 1980 pro-democracy movement was rekindled and instrumental in preventing martial law forces from taking hold in 2024.
A court in Seoul has extended the term of a former minister involved in a martial law case. Further details regarding the specific case or minister were not provided.
President Lee Jae Myung called on lawmakers to approve a partial constitutional revision bill aimed at curbing martial law powers and enshrining democratic movement principles, stating there was 'no reason to oppose' it.
A special counsel in South Korea has reported finding indications of preparations for martial law that date back to early 2024.
A South Korean court has hiked the sentence of former president Yoon Suk Yeol for obstructing justice. He is also serving a life sentence for leading an insurrection and attempting to impose martial law in 2024.
A special counsel team in South Korea has sought a 20-year prison term for former Justice Minister Park Sung-jae. He is accused of playing a key role in former President Yoon Suk Yeol's failed martial law bid and granting undue favors to Yoon's wife.
Myanmar's military-backed government has declared martial law across 60 townships, significantly expanding its control and restrictions in various regions.
A documentary film reconstructing former President Yoon Suk Yeol's short-lived martial law gambit on December 3, 2024, is leading presales ahead of its Wednesday opening in South Korea.
The Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, has passed a European integration bill aimed at harmonizing the accreditation of conformity assessment bodies and the technical regulation system with EU rules, paving the way for an industrial visa-free regime.
The 27th Jeonju International Film Festival has officially opened, featuring Kent Jones' 'Late Fame' as its opening night film and honoring actor Ahn Sung-ki, following the earlier announcement of its full lineup.
Seven of 37 South Korean generals who were punished in connection with martial law have filed lawsuits against the defense ministry.
Parents packed two suitcases and left Poland with him just before the declaration of martial law.
Ex-JCS chief banned from leaving country over alleged martial law role Yonhap News Agency
South Korea's Chief of Naval Operations, Adm. Kang Dong-gil, has faced administrative action for his involvement in President Yoon Suk Yeol's imposition of martial law in December 2024.
A former South Korean president has received a life sentence following a political crisis triggered by then-President Yoon Suk Yeol's brief imposition of martial law.
Daredevil: Born Again season 2 delves into a transformed New York City after Kingpin declares martial law.
A YouTuber and a former special operations commander have accused a martial law hero of attempting to steal military hardware.
Ousted South Korean President Yoon appeals life sentence for martial law decree AP News
Taiwan has fully declassified its political archives from the martial law era.
Despite a guilty verdict, former President Yoon Suk Yeol defended his decision to impose emergency martial law in 2024 as an act necessary for the country’s survival.
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was convicted of orchestrating an insurrection and received a life sentence.
South Korean Leader Who Declared Martial Law Gets Life Sentence The Wall Street Journal
Yoon Suk Yeol's December 2024 martial law bid fundamentally damaged South Korea's democracy, leading to a life sentence.
South Korean Leader Who Declared Martial Law Gets Life Sentence The Wall Street Journal
South Korean Leader Who Declared Martial Law Gets Life Sentence The Wall Street Journal
South Korean Leader Who Declared Martial Law Gets Life Sentence The Wall Street Journal
South Korea's former president Yoon faces a verdict regarding his involvement in a failed martial law decree, marking a significant moment in a series of cases since the emergency decree plunged the country into political crisis.
The Defense Ministry has dismissed 14 generals under its toughest levels of military discipline over the Dec. 3 martial law declaration, as further proceedings remain underway, Seoul's ministry said Wednesday. The dismissals follow a six-month investigation by the ministry’s task force, conducted as part of a pangovernmental effort. The task force deployed about 120 personnel to examine 24 military units and institutions and question roughly 860 individuals. A total of 35 military personnel, all
An article reviews 'Taiwan Grapevine', an expat time capsule that offers insights into Taiwan at the end of martial law.
A special counsel team in South Korea has indicted a former prosecutor general on Thursday over alleged involvement in martial law.
Ukraine's sacked defence minister has called for a presidential election, despite martial law being in place since February 2022, which suspends elections.
A special counsel team has indicted former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol on charges of instructing officials to justify his failed martial law bid to the United States and other major partner nations.
Russian officials are reportedly considering the possibility of introducing martial law in the country after the State Duma elections scheduled for September, according to sources in federal and regional government bodies, the State Duma, and circles close to the Kremlin.
The National Guard of Russia has proposed amendments to the laws concerning martial law and mobilization.
South Korea announced it will revoke military decorations awarded to 76 individuals for their involvement in the December 12, 1979, military coup, the suppression of the 1980 Gwangju Democratic Uprising, and related martial law operations.
President Lee Jae Myung has pledged to ensure the spirit of the 'revolution of light,' referring to protests against former President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law in December 2024, is passed on to future generations.
President Zelensky has proposed to the parliament an extension of martial law and general mobilization for another 90 days, measures that have been in effect since the start of the Russian invasion in February 2022.
South Korea's highest court is set to make a decision regarding the martial law case involving a former president. This ruling will address the legal implications of the ex-president's actions during that period.
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a special mechanism for the controlled export of Ukrainian-manufactured weapons and defence technologies, which will remain in place as long as martial law is in effect.
SK Hynix has surpassed Samsung to become South Korea's most valuable company by market capitalization, driven by the booming artificial intelligence sector. This marks a significant shift in the country's corporate landscape after Samsung held the top spot for 26 years.
A former South Korean defense minister has been sentenced to three years in prison for leaking military secrets related to a martial law bid.
Former South Korean President Yoon has been sentenced to an additional 30 years in prison for ordering drone flights into North Korea. This new sentence brings his total prison time to 30 years.
South Korea's Defense Ministry announced plans to disband the Defense Counterintelligence Command, a military intelligence agency accused of involvement in former President Yoon Suk Yeol’s December 2024 martial law bid.
Relatives of late senators from the pre-Martial Law era, including the families of Osmeña, Diokno, Salonga, and Tañada, have spoken out, stating that the current Philippine Senate is 'disgraced before the nation.'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed a new law that expands the authority of local self-government bodies to provide financial and material support to the security and defense sector during periods of martial law or a state of emergency.
The far-right party made significant gains in the recent Cyprus parliamentary election, while conservative parties also secured a victory. This election saw a notable shift in the political landscape with increased support for new political forces.
Former National Intelligence Service chief Cho Tae-yong has been sentenced to 18 months in prison by the Seoul Central District Court for perjury and fabricating official documents concerning Yoon's martial law.
The Seoul High Court has opened the appellate trial for former President Yoon Suk Yeol's conviction related to leading an insurrection through his botched martial law imposition in December 2024.
The Seoul High Court sentenced former Interior and Safety Minister Lee Sang-min to nine years in prison, an increase from his lower court sentence, for perjury and his role in an insurrection.
A South Korean court announced it will broadcast live the appellate trial of former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo later this week. Han is accused of playing a key role in former President Yoon Suk Yeol's brief imposition of martial law.
Ukraine's parliament has voted to extend martial law and general mobilization for another 90 days amidst the ongoing conflict. This decision continues the legal framework for the country's defense efforts.
Ukraine's parliament, the Verkhovna Rada, has voted to extend martial law and general mobilization for an additional 90 days.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has submitted draft laws to parliament proposing the extension of martial law and general mobilization. The proposed extension is for an additional 90 days.
Candidates vying for the role of UN Secretary-General are facing questions regarding their vision for the organization, including the need for peace, restoring confidence, and the tradition of geographical rotation. Several hopefuls have outlined their priorities and approaches to global challenges.
A special counsel team in South Korea has conducted a raid on the Coast Guard as part of an investigation into its alleged role in past martial law declarations.
Prosecutors have sought a 10-year prison sentence for former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol during an appellate hearing. The charges are related to obstruction of justice and his alleged attempts to evade arrest following a failed martial law declaration.
An analysis explores how Ukraine is confronting the limits of democracy under martial law, weighing ballots against the battlefront.
Vice Admiral Kim Kyung-ryul has been named South Korea's new Navy chief, following the resignation of his predecessor over alleged involvement in a botched martial law attempt by former President Yoon Suk Yeol.
Born in Poznań, Maciek Szczerbowski, along with Chris Lavis, received an Oscar for the short animation "The Girl Who Cried Pearls."
An appellate trial has commenced for former South Korean Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, who faces charges of playing a key role in an insurrection by abetting former President Yoon Suk Yeol's alleged 2024 imposition of martial law.
South Korea's Navy chief has offered to resign after being suspended from his duties due to his alleged involvement in past martial law activities.
A film tentatively titled 'Martial Law 12.3,' based on former President Yoon Suk Yeol's brief imposition of martial law on Dec. 3, 2024, is set to begin shooting with its cast locked in.
More than a hundred young activists in Baguio City staged a protest rally to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Edsa People Power revolution, asserting that Martial Law should never happen again.
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has appealed his life sentence for leading an insurrection related to his failed attempt to impose martial law.
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been sentenced to life in prison for declaring martial law in 2024.
Amid concerns over military readiness, Europe is reportedly considering recruiting migrants for 'national defense,' a move that could be seen as preparation for martial law.
Ousted South Korean president Yoon Suk-yeol on Friday remained defiant in his first reaction to a life sentence for rebellion handed down by a Seoul court the previous day. In a statement released by his lawyers, Yoon maintained that his abrupt and short-lived declaration of martial law in December 2024 was done “solely for the sake of the nation and our people”, and dismissed the Seoul Central District Court as biased against him. Yoon, who was removed from office amid a political crisis set...
South Korea is facing deep divisions and a test of its democracy following President Yoon-Suk-yeol's martial law fiasco in December 2024, with experts noting the long road to recovery.
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol has been sentenced to life imprisonment for leading a rebellion, following a declaration of martial law in December two years prior.
South Korean Leader Who Declared Martial Law Gets Life Sentence The Wall Street Journal
South Korean Leader Who Declared Martial Law Gets Life Sentence The Wall Street Journal
A former South Korean leader has received a life sentence for declaring martial law.
South Korea's ruling Democratic Party of Korea is aiming to pass contentious judicial reform bills next week, prior to the expected conclusion of the plenary session.
South Korean citizens have been recommended for the Nobel Peace Prize for their collective resistance against former President Yoon S's martial law.
Legal observers suggest that recent convictions tied to South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol’s short-lived 2024 martial law decree have effectively sealed his fate, with some anticipating impeachment proceedings.
An appellate court in Seoul upheld an 18-month prison term for a former presidential aide in connection with a martial law document.
Philippine Senator Robin Padilla has expressed support for the repeal of the 'Robin Padilla Law,' which he authored, while Justice Secretary Crispin Remulla also seeks its amendment.
A South Korean appeals court increased the sentence of a former national spy chief to 2 1/2 years in a trial linked to martial law, overturning a previous ruling.
More than 60% of Ukrainians believe that elections should be held immediately once hostilities are temporarily suspended and martial law in Ukraine concludes, while over 25% prefer postponing the vote.
Russian security officials are reportedly not ruling out the possibility of martial law being introduced in the country after the State Duma elections in September, according to sources cited by 'Viorstka'.
The Kremlin may be approaching a turning point, with the introduction of martial law in Russia not ruled out, while Ukraine maintains resistance despite difficulties, and Hungary's Foreign Minister Szijjártó continues to seek Russian energy.
An opinion piece discusses a perceived 'Great Normalization' in America, suggesting the country is beginning to resemble a state under martial law without it being officially declared.
Ukraine's parliament has extended martial law and general mobilization for an additional 90 days. This decision continues the wartime measures in response to the ongoing conflict.
President Volodymyr Zelensky has submitted draft laws to the Verkhovna Rada for approval to extend martial law and general mobilization for another 90 days. This move aims to continue the country's defense efforts amidst ongoing conflict.
Independent Rep. Han Dong-hoon on Thursday rejected People Power Party Rep. Ahn Cheol-soo’s court testimony that he had called People Power Party lawmakers to the party headquarters, not the National…
A proposal in Lithuania suggests tasking the army commander with ensuring the security of parliamentary, government, and presidential buildings during a state of martial law.
A former key ally of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has been sentenced to 24 years in prison for corruption, leading to increased pressure on the Prime Minister. The conviction is related to a mask scandal and has drawn significant attention in Spain and internationally.
The EU is closely monitoring Ukraine's implementation of martial law to ensure it does not lead to excessive restrictions on fundamental rights, while acknowledging the necessity of some limitations.
The head of Lithuania's National Crisis Management Center stated that martial law could be declared in the country if two specific conditions are met, emphasizing the stably tense security situation.
A Seoul court is scheduled to deliver its verdict this week on charges against former President Yoon Suk Yeol, who is accused of ordering drone incursions into Pyongyang to declare martial law.
The former chief of South Korea's National Intelligence Service (NIS) has been grilled over his suspected involvement in a martial law role.
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol has been acquitted of perjury charges related to his testimony at a former prime minister's trial. The court's decision clears him of the accusation.
Journalist Malgorzata Wojcieszynska, a prominent figure in Polish-Slovak culture, recounts her memories of the former regime, martial law in Poland, and the revolutionary years, having moved to Bratislava after the Velvet Revolution.
Former National Intelligence Service chief Cho Tae-yong has been sentenced to 18 months in prison by the Seoul Central District Court for perjury and fabricating official documents concerning Yoon's martial law.
A fact check report clarifies that the Philippine President has not declared martial law, refuting a video that misused the term to allege pressure on House members regarding an impeachment vote.
Iran has denied claims by the US that it struck a South Korean ship in the Hormuz Strait, with South Korea maintaining a cautious stance on the cause of the incident. Tehran firmly rejected any involvement in the alleged attack on the vessel.
A special counsel investigation has revealed that a military unit was prepared for President Yoon's alleged martial law plan in the first half of 2024. The special counsel bill itself has become a significant political flash point.
South Korea's top court has upheld guilty verdicts for 18 individuals involved in a courthouse riot linked to President Yoon's martial law bid.
As the war in Ukraine continues for its 1,524th day, President Zelensky is reportedly seeking to extend martial law and mobilization, while a drone attack on the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant resulted…
Myanmar's military-backed government has imposed martial law in 60 townships across the country.
US-Iran tensions intensified as the US Navy reportedly detained an Iranian-linked tanker, while President Trump issued warnings of military action and offered a path to negotiations if Iran released eight women. Trump also stated he did not wish to extend a ceasefire with Iran, indicating the military was eager to act.
Former first lady Kim Keon Hee has publicly denied any prior knowledge of former President Yoon Suk Yeol’s plan to declare martial law, making her first public comment on the issue.
Reports from within Iran describe an atmosphere of fear under perceived 'wartime martial law,' characterized by increased checkpoints, surveillance, phone seizures, and social media monitoring.
Several military officials who were disciplined for involvement in former President Yoon Suk Yeol’s Dec. 3, 2024 martial law attempt have begun legal action to overturn the decisions against them.
A profile of Jo-ann Maglipon, a prominent Philippine entertainment journalist who endured imprisonment during Martial Law and later covered Filipino stars with profound seriousness.
South Korea's conservative opposition People Power Party has issued a resolution apologizing for past martial law events, but is now facing criticism for the sincerity of its apology from rival parties and factions.
South Koreans reported their highest level of life satisfaction on record in 2025, despite deep political tensions following former President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law declaration in December 2024. Overall life satisfaction scored 6.63 out of 10 points, the highest figure recorded in the annual Korea Social Integration Survey, according to a report by the Korea Institute for Health and Social Affairs. The figure surpassed the previous high of 6.47 points recorded in 2024. The happiness index r
MANILA, Philippines — Multi-awarded veteran Filipino photojournalist and humanitarian Alex Baluyut passed away at the age of 69, his wife Precious Leano confirmed on Friday, Feb. 27. A respected figure in Philippine documentary photography, Baluyut documented some of the nation’s most critical turning points such as the final years of Martial Law and the 1986
It began with a late-night declaration of martial law and has ended, for now, with a gavel. In the 443 days between those two moments, South Korea’s democracy was tested in ways most countries never experience. Citizens formed human chains to block troops from reaching the National Assembly. Lawmakers rushed through corridors in the dead of night to kill the martial law decree by vote. The Constitutional Court upheld a president’s impeachment. Millions took to the streets in protest. A new...
Several senior officials from the Yoon Suk Yeol administration, currently facing trial or investigation for alleged involvement in a botched 2024 martial law decree, have received their full retirement benefits.
South Korean politics is grappling with internal conflicts within the ruling party, specifically concerning the influence of a former president who was impeached and sentenced for martial law declaration.
Taiwan has completed the full declassification of political archives from its martial law era.
Both conservative and progressive groups have launched protests across Seoul after former President Yoon Suk Yeol was sentenced to life in prison for imposing martial law.
South Korean Leader Who Declared Martial Law Gets Life Sentence The Wall Street Journal
A journalist confronted Wiltshire councillors after a punchbag with his face on it was discovered in the town hall, demanding an explanation.
Yoon Suk Yeol, South Korea's former president, has been sentenced to life in prison for imposing martial law in an attempt to overcome an opposition-controlled legislature.
A former South Korean leader has been sentenced to life in prison for declaring martial law.
A former South Korean leader has been sentenced to life in prison for declaring martial law, a decision that has drawn significant attention to the country's political history.
A former South Korean leader has been sentenced to life in prison for declaring martial law, marking a significant legal development in the country.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's proposed tax plan targeting wealthy residents is drawing criticism, with some warning of 'catastrophic' economic consequences.
South Korea's former president Yoon Suk Yeol is awaiting a court verdict in his insurrection trial, which could result in a death sentence.
South Korea's former interior minister has been sentenced to seven years in prison for his role in aiding martial law.