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The South Korean government posthumously awarded the order of national security merit to four Navy officers killed in a P-3CK patrol plane crash last year, while a separate incident saw a Navy noncommissioned officer die during a drill near Yeonpyeong Island, prompting a joint investigation.
South Korean police dispersed protesters and secured ballot boxes from a polling station in southern Seoul, allowing the final vote count for the June 3 local elections to be completed. The protests, triggered by a ballot paper shortage at over a dozen polling stations, delayed the declaration of results in affected areas. Incumbent Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon was confirmed as the winner with 49.22% of the vote.
South Korean stocks fell sharply, with the KOSPI dropping over 5% on June 5, 2026, as investors locked in profits from a tech-led rally amid uncertainty over US-Iran peace negotiations. The won weakened against the dollar, and foreign investors continued selling.
Prime Minister Kim Min-seok has called for a thorough investigation into the unprecedented shortage of ballots at polling stations in Seoul during the June 3 local elections, describing it as a grave challenge to democracy. The incident has sparked public outrage and protests, with the National Assembly launching procedures for a potential parliamentary investigation.
During a visit to Mongolia, South Korea's Unification Minister Chung Dong-young proposed a four-way dialogue involving the two Koreas, the US, and China, and met with President Ukhnaa Khurelsukh to seek support for Seoul's peaceful coexistence policy. He also called for an EU-led initiative to facilitate inter-Korean dialogue.
San Francisco Giants outfielder Lee Jung-hoo extended his hitting streak to 17 games on June 9, breaking the previous record for the longest hitting streak by a South Korean player in Major League Baseball. The streak ended at 18 games on June 12, with Lee finishing the run batting .500.
Former U.S. Ambassador Kathleen Stephens said the planned transfer of wartime operational control to South Korea does not mean the end of the alliance, expressing confidence that Seoul and Washington can manage the transition. Her remarks came amid discussions on modernizing the alliance and concerns raised by U.S. Ambassador Philip Goldberg about potential strains.
South Korea's Foreign Minister Cho Hyun met Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan for talks on cooperation and regional security, while First Vice Foreign Minister Park Yoon-joo consulted with New Zealand's Deputy Secretary Bede Corry on energy and other issues. Yonhap reported on both diplomatic engagements in Seoul.
The South Korean won fell to its weakest point since 2009 against the U.S. dollar on Friday, driven by renewed Middle East tensions, foreign investor selling, and fading hopes for a diplomatic resolution. The KOSPI also plunged, and authorities signaled possible intervention to curb excessive volatility.
Yonhap reports Starbucks Korea's payment volume fell sharply in May following a promotion tied to the May 18 Gwangju uprising. The 'Tank Day' campaign was suspended within hours after public backlash, with weekly payments dropping 26.3% in one week and monthly payments slipping over 10 billion won.
South Korean stocks ended lower on Thursday, breaking a three-session rally, as investors took profits after record highs. The KOSPI dropped 1.84%, while the won weakened sharply against the dollar.
South Korea's ruling Democratic Party won a landslide victory in Wednesday's local elections, securing 12 of 16 key mayoral and gubernatorial races and nine of 14 National Assembly by-elections. President Lee Jae Myung pledged to cooperate with newly elected local governments regardless of party affiliation, while also expressing regret over ballot paper shortages that disrupted voting in Seoul. The main opposition People Power Party called for a revote over the irregularities.
South Korea's National Election Commission chief Roh Tae-ak apologized and offered to resign after ballot shortages disrupted voting in the June 3 local elections. The commission faced criticism and protests, and determined the incident does not warrant a revote. The main opposition party demanded a reelection, but the NEC said it would proceed with counting.
Voter turnout in South Korea's June 3 local elections surpassed 60 percent, the highest rate since the first nationwide local elections in 1995, according to the National Election Commission. More than 27 million out of 44.64 million eligible voters cast ballots, with a ballot shortage at 14 Seoul stations causing delays.
South Koreans headed to the polls on Wednesday for local elections widely viewed as the first nationwide test for President Lee Jae Myung's administration. Early turnout hit a record high, with strong competition reported in key races including Seoul. Results will shape the political landscape for Lee's second year in office.
US Forces Korea commander Gen. Xavier Brunson's description of South Korea as a 'dagger in the heart of Asia' in a podcast has drawn sharp rebukes from China and North Korea, while Seoul says it has communicated its position to Washington. The remark highlights the delicate balance of the US-South Korea alliance amid efforts to counter China's influence.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang met with SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won at Computex in Taipei to discuss AI memory cooperation, with SK hynix reaching a $1 trillion market cap. Chey announced plans to double wafer production capacity over five years, highlighting a trilateral partnership with Nvidia and TSMC.
World No. 3 Kim Hyo-joo headlines a 23-player South Korean contingent at the 81st U.S. Women's Open, aiming to add a second major title to her two wins this season. Meanwhile, teammate Choi Hye-jin remains in search of her first LPGA victory after a runner-up finish at the Dow Championship.
Morse Tan, a Korean American professor accused of defaming South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, has filed a lawsuit to invalidate a travel ban imposed by the justice ministry. A Seoul court has rejected his request to suspend the ban, while police continue their investigation.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang met with SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won in Taipei to discuss AI memory cooperation, with an upcoming South Korea visit expected to include meetings with major conglomerates and discussions on robotics and physical AI. Reports highlight South Korea's growing importance in Nvidia's supply chain and broader AI strategy.