Tag: Coup
Ecuador’s Democracy Under Threat as President Noboa Considers Flouting Election Laws
Former President Rafael Correa has issued a stark warning, alleging that current President Daniel Noboa is setting the stage for a potential coup by refusing to take a legally mandated leave of absence to participate in the upcoming 2025 general election campaign. Related:Ecuador in Mourning: Luisa Gonzalez Claims for Justice after the Murder of Children […]
January 2, 2025
South Korea: Possible Arrest of Ex-President Yoon Raises Political Tension
Anti-corruption authorities are set to execute a detention order to interrogate him about the declaration of martial law. On Thursday, tensions surrounding the residence of ousted President Yoon Suk-yeol escalated as hundreds of his supporters gathered outside, anticipating the possibility that authorities might attempt to execute a temporary detention order to interrogate him about the […]
January 2, 2025
South Korean Police Book Acting President for Insurrection Charges
Choi Sang-mok participated in a cabinet meeting to endorse the emergency martial law, which was declared by Yoon on Dec. 3. On Monday, South Korean police booked the current acting president Choi Sang-mok for charges relevant to insurrection, triggered by the impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol’s martial law declaration. RELATED: South Korea’s New Acting President Vows […]
December 30, 2024
South Korean President Yoon Fails to Appear for Interrogation
Currently, he is accused of crimes such as rebellion, abuse of power, and insurrection. On Wednesday, South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol failed to appear for questioning after being summoned by the Corruption Investigation Office for High-Ranking Officials (CIO) regarding his declaration of martial law on December 3. RELATED: South Korea: Prosecution Service Will Arrest President […]
December 18, 2024
Bolsonaro’s Ex-Defense Minister Arrested for Obstructing Brazilian Justice in Coup Case
Gen. Braga Netto and others planned unconstitutional actions to prevent the inauguration of Lula da Silva. On Saturday, the Brazilian Federal Police arrested retired General Walter Braga Netto for obstruction of justice in connection with the attempted coup against President Lula da Silva in 2023. RELATED: Bolsonaro Knew About the Plan to Assassinate Lula: Brazilian […]
December 14, 2024
South Korean Opposition Parties Submit 2nd Impeachment Motion Against Yoon
At least two-thirds of the 300 National Assembly lawmakers are required to vote in favor to pass an impeachment motion. On Thursday, South Korea’s opposition parties on Thursday submitted a second impeachment motion against President Yoon Suk-yeol over his martial law declaration, according to multiple media outlets. RELATED: Police Raid South Korean President’s Office Amid […]
December 12, 2024
South Korean Parliament Approves Investigation Into President Yoon
The investigation also includes other conservative figures such as PM Han and former Defense Minister Kim. On Tuesday, South Korea’s Parliament approved a special investigation against President Yoon Suk-yeol, who declared martial law a week ago. The decision was made with 210 votes in favor, 63 against, and 14 abstentions. RELATED: South Korean Ministry of […]
December 10, 2024
South Korean President Yoon Loses Support of Ruling Party Leader
Han Dong-hoon paved the way for the impeachment motion the National Assembly is expected to vote on Saturday. On Friday, Han Dong-hoon, leader of South Korea’s conservative People Power Party (PPP), withdrew his support for President Yoon Suk-yeol, who appears closer to being impeached by the National Assembly on Saturday. RELATED: South Korean Police Investigate […]
December 6, 2024
South Korean Police Investigate President Yoon for Possible Treason
The accusations also target former Defense Minister, Army Chief of Staff General, and Interior Minister. On Thursday, South Korean police launched an investigation into the country’s president, Yoon Suk-yeol, following allegations of treason for declaring martial law on Tuesday. RELATED: Political crisis in South Korea following the resignation of the Minister of Defence The investigation […]
December 5, 2024
South Korean Democratic Forces Seek to Oust President Yoon
The Korean Confederation of Trade Unions announced its intention to launch an indefinite strike until Yoon steps down. On Wednesday, political and social pressure against South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol escalated as the opposition filed a parliamentary motion seeking his impeachment. This development follows Yoon’s declaration of martial law earlier in the day, which he […]