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South Korea’s President Finally Impeached After Failed Martial Law Declaration

South Korea was plunged into crisis, chaos, and turmoil in the late hours of Tuesday, December 3 as the country’s President, Yoon Suk Seol, made the shockingly brazen decision to declare martial law. This declaration was swiftly reversed, as Yoon backed down and lifted the order just over 6 hours later following an emergency vote by members of the National Assembly. The decree, which went into effect at 11 pm local time (GMT+9), banned all forms of protest, suspended activity by parliament and political parties, and placed media under full government control, although very few - if any - of these steps eventually went into effect.

The Market Reacts to Trump’s Win

It is safe to say that Donald Trump’s re-election is having a substantial impact on the stock market, both in the USA and worldwide. The tariffs he plans to implement will radically change the economic landscape and flood the markets with extreme instability at a time when little seems to be certain.

Trump: A Crackdown on All Fronts

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Trump’s Fear-Inducing Victory is Expected to Push Undocumented Immigrants North

The re-elected US president’s aggressive stance against undocumented immigrants and migration is a promise to America that Donald Trump says has “no price tag” and one that has incited major fear within those targeted. 

Germany Faces Snap Elections as Governing Coalition Collapses 

On Wednesday, November 6th, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz fired his finance minister Christian Lindner, plunging Europe’s largest economy and the country’s future into considerable...

El negocio del odio

En la víspera de elecciones estadounidenses, el tiempo se distorsiona.

Crossroads of Choice: Moldova’s EU Referendum and the Road Ahead 

Sunday, October 20, 2024, is a date that determined Moldova’s European future. On this day, a nationwide constitutional referendum was held in parallel with the presidential elections, marking the most significant votes since the country’s independence in 1991.

EU or Russia: Can Georgia Break Free from Russia’s Grip to Achieve EU Integration?

The coming years will reveal whether Georgia can bridge the gap between its government’s policies and its people’s aspirations, ultimately determining its place in either the EU or Russia’s sphere of influence.

Sue Gray, Chief of Staff to Keir Starmer, Resigns Following Series of Scandals

On Sunday, 6 October, Sue Gray, Chief of Staff to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, resigned from her post, following weeks of scandals and intense speculation from media, politicians, and the general public alike.

The Law Society Explores Spain’s Legislative Branches

This article is written in conjunction with the IE Law Society. By Lucía Sobrado Louzao Have you ever wondered who is in charge of the legislative...

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Georgia’s Political Crisis: Protests Erupt Over EU Membership Suspension

Protests erupted throughout Georgia after the government suspended EU membership talks until 2028, demanding democratic reforms and closer EU ties. As a country with a population of 3.7 million, its stability and sovereignty are critical in the region. Following the government's decision to halt EU membership negotiations until 2028, Georgia has seen a rise in protests and political unrest in recent weeks. At nationwide rallies in Tbilisi, thousands of Georgians have taken to the streets to demand democratic reforms and renewed commitment to the EU. Georgia's long history of protecting its stability, and sovereignty, and efforts to strengthen its links with the West are highlighted by the government's efforts to handle this crisis. 

History’s Shortest Term of Martial Law: 157 Minutes of Fear In South Korea

President Yoon Suk Yeol of South Korea unexpectedly declared martial law in the country for the first time in 50 years, prohibiting political activities...

When in Doubt, Meditate it Out 

Life as a member of the IE community can be stressful—whether you’re a student or a teacher, one thing we can all agree on...