January 15, 2025
US
•15.01.2025
•Wednesday
•221 days ago
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The Los Angeles fires reached critical status as officials issued rare "PDS" warnings for returning winds. Death toll reached 25, with evacuations expanding to 84,000 people. Pacific Palisades residents filed lawsuits against the city, while investigations revealed officials had failed to pre-position engines in high-risk areas.
Two major confirmation hearings dominated midday coverage: Pete Hegseth for Defense and Pam Bondi for Attorney General. Both faced Democratic opposition over independence from Trump, while Republicans praised their vision for departmental reforms.
By evening, Qatar announced a breakthrough in Israel-Hamas negotiations, with a 42-day ceasefire agreement set to begin Sunday. The deal includes phased hostage releases and prisoner exchanges. Separately, South Korea's President Yoon became the first sitting president to face detention following his martial law declaration. TikTok announced plans to shut down US operations on Sunday following new legislation.
Two major confirmation hearings dominated midday coverage: Pete Hegseth for Defense and Pam Bondi for Attorney General. Both faced Democratic opposition over independence from Trump, while Republicans praised their vision for departmental reforms.
By evening, Qatar announced a breakthrough in Israel-Hamas negotiations, with a 42-day ceasefire agreement set to begin Sunday. The deal includes phased hostage releases and prisoner exchanges. Separately, South Korea's President Yoon became the first sitting president to face detention following his martial law declaration. TikTok announced plans to shut down US operations on Sunday following new legislation.
Israel
•15.01.2025
•Wednesday
•221 days ago
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The morning began with reports of Hamas accepting the hostage deal framework, followed by sudden new demands regarding the Philadelphi Corridor that threatened to derail negotiations. By early afternoon, Hamas gave verbal approval, triggering Trump's premature announcement of success. Qatar's Prime Minister waited until evening to officially confirm the deal, scheduling implementation for Sunday noon.
The agreement includes releasing 33 hostages over 42 days, with Israel freeing approximately 1,650 Palestinian prisoners at a 30:1 ratio (50:1 for female soldiers). Netanyahu's office maintained some details remained unresolved even after Qatar's announcement, while coalition partners Smotrich and Ben-Gvir positioned themselves against the deal.
Biden emphasized the agreement could lead to a permanent ceasefire, while Israeli military sources prepared contingency plans for resumed combat after the pause.
The agreement includes releasing 33 hostages over 42 days, with Israel freeing approximately 1,650 Palestinian prisoners at a 30:1 ratio (50:1 for female soldiers). Netanyahu's office maintained some details remained unresolved even after Qatar's announcement, while coalition partners Smotrich and Ben-Gvir positioned themselves against the deal.
Biden emphasized the agreement could lead to a permanent ceasefire, while Israeli military sources prepared contingency plans for resumed combat after the pause.
Germany
•15.01.2025
•Wednesday
•221 days ago
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The morning began with reports of Trump's tariffs threatening 300,000 German jobs, while South Korean president Yoon's arrest dominated international coverage. Germany's economic recession deepened, with 2024 marking the second consecutive year of decline. The electronic health records system rollout faced resistance, with hundreds of thousands opting out.
By afternoon, news shifted to Habeck's infrastructure investment plans and debates over AfD members in federal police force. The evening brought breakthrough news of an Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement, first leaked through Trump's announcement, then confirmed by Qatar. The six-week pause and hostage release plan dominated coverage across all outlets.
Weather conditions deteriorated throughout the day, with ice-related accidents claiming lives in Bavaria. BlackRock's climate policy shift and ongoing RBB corruption investigation maintained background presence in coverage.
By afternoon, news shifted to Habeck's infrastructure investment plans and debates over AfD members in federal police force. The evening brought breakthrough news of an Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement, first leaked through Trump's announcement, then confirmed by Qatar. The six-week pause and hostage release plan dominated coverage across all outlets.
Weather conditions deteriorated throughout the day, with ice-related accidents claiming lives in Bavaria. BlackRock's climate policy shift and ongoing RBB corruption investigation maintained background presence in coverage.
France
•15.01.2025
•Wednesday
•221 days ago
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Morning coverage focused on Bayrou's pension reform conclave, with Socialist Party deputies scheduling an afternoon meeting to decide on censure motion support. By midday, Bayrou offered to preserve 4,000 education positions previously slated for elimination, while facing criticism over his reform approach from both left and right.
The afternoon narrative shifted dramatically as Qatar announced a breakthrough in Gaza negotiations. Initial confusion surrounded Trump's premature announcement, but by evening, details emerged of a 42-day ceasefire starting January 19th, including the release of 33 Israeli hostages. Both Biden and Trump claimed credit for the agreement.
Meanwhile, the Franco-Algerian diplomatic crisis deepened, with French businesses reporting increasing restrictions and boycotts in Algeria. The Los Angeles fires coverage continued, with analysis shifting toward climate change implications.
The afternoon narrative shifted dramatically as Qatar announced a breakthrough in Gaza negotiations. Initial confusion surrounded Trump's premature announcement, but by evening, details emerged of a 42-day ceasefire starting January 19th, including the release of 33 Israeli hostages. Both Biden and Trump claimed credit for the agreement.
Meanwhile, the Franco-Algerian diplomatic crisis deepened, with French businesses reporting increasing restrictions and boycotts in Algeria. The Los Angeles fires coverage continued, with analysis shifting toward climate change implications.
Lebanon
•15.01.2025
•Wednesday
•221 days ago
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PM-designate Nawaf Salam began non-binding parliamentary consultations amid the Shiite duo's boycott, marking their first coordinated absence from such proceedings. By morning, Speaker Berri's office confirmed he would not attend his scheduled 10:00 AM consultation, though arrangements were made for a Friday meeting with Salam.
Parliamentary blocs presented varying demands throughout the day, with the Free Patriotic Movement notably softening its traditional stance on cabinet representation. By afternoon, Biden claimed Lebanon had selected its first PM "free from Hezbollah influence in years."
The Gaza ceasefire agreement dominated evening coverage, with celebrations reported across Lebanese territories, including some injuries from celebratory gunfire. Israeli forces meanwhile conducted their first advance into central Bint Jbeil, establishing earthen barriers between Aitaroun and Ainata.
Parliamentary blocs presented varying demands throughout the day, with the Free Patriotic Movement notably softening its traditional stance on cabinet representation. By afternoon, Biden claimed Lebanon had selected its first PM "free from Hezbollah influence in years."
The Gaza ceasefire agreement dominated evening coverage, with celebrations reported across Lebanese territories, including some injuries from celebratory gunfire. Israeli forces meanwhile conducted their first advance into central Bint Jbeil, establishing earthen barriers between Aitaroun and Ainata.
Ukraine
•15.01.2025
•Wednesday
•221 days ago
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Russia launched its first major missile strike of 2025, targeting gas infrastructure across western Ukraine. Strategic bombers Tu-95MS took off from Olenia base at 1:20 AM, launching cruise missiles alongside Kalibr missiles from other platforms. The attack focused on gas facilities in Kharkiv, Lviv, and Ivano-Frankivsk regions, with air defenses intercepting 30 of 43 missiles.
The day's first prisoner exchange of 2025 returned 25 Ukrainians, including Azovstal defenders and severely wounded soldiers. This followed the previous day's extensive Ukrainian drone operation against Russian territory.
By evening, new US sanctions targeted Russian sanctions-evasion schemes through China and Kyrgyzstan. Reports emerged of Trump team's expectations for peace talks within months, with Russia preparing demands for Ukraine to cut NATO ties. The Azov regiment captured 23 Russian soldiers near Toretsk, while Ukrainian forces claimed to destroy 90% of Russian equipment in the Lyman direction using drones and artillery.
The day's first prisoner exchange of 2025 returned 25 Ukrainians, including Azovstal defenders and severely wounded soldiers. This followed the previous day's extensive Ukrainian drone operation against Russian territory.
By evening, new US sanctions targeted Russian sanctions-evasion schemes through China and Kyrgyzstan. Reports emerged of Trump team's expectations for peace talks within months, with Russia preparing demands for Ukraine to cut NATO ties. The Azov regiment captured 23 Russian soldiers near Toretsk, while Ukrainian forces claimed to destroy 90% of Russian equipment in the Lyman direction using drones and artillery.
Palestine
•15.01.2025
•Wednesday
•221 days ago
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Morning headlines focused on Hamas delivering its response to mediators regarding the ceasefire proposal, while casualties continued mounting in Gaza and Jenin. By early afternoon, information emerged about displaced persons' return protocols to northern Gaza, as Netanyahu offered settlement expansion to coalition partners in exchange for deal approval.
Mid-afternoon brought reports of journalist Ahmad Abu Al-Roos's death in Nuseirat camp strikes, while Trump prematurely announced the deal's completion. The pivotal moment came in evening hours when Qatar's Prime Minister officially announced the ceasefire agreement, set to begin Sunday. Hamas leadership framed it as resistance achievement, while Israel maintained operational momentum until implementation. Street celebrations erupted in multiple Palestinian cities, even as strikes continued in Jenin camp.
The White House confirmed the first phase starts Sunday, while Egypt began coordinating Rafah crossing preparations.
Mid-afternoon brought reports of journalist Ahmad Abu Al-Roos's death in Nuseirat camp strikes, while Trump prematurely announced the deal's completion. The pivotal moment came in evening hours when Qatar's Prime Minister officially announced the ceasefire agreement, set to begin Sunday. Hamas leadership framed it as resistance achievement, while Israel maintained operational momentum until implementation. Street celebrations erupted in multiple Palestinian cities, even as strikes continued in Jenin camp.
The White House confirmed the first phase starts Sunday, while Egypt began coordinating Rafah crossing preparations.
UK
•15.01.2025
•Wednesday
•221 days ago
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South Korean authorities arrested President Yoon Suk Yeol after scaling barbed wire at his residence, marking the first arrest of a sitting president in the nation's history. The dramatic pre-dawn operation overshadowed morning reports of UK inflation unexpectedly dropping to 2.5%, which temporarily relieved pressure on Labour's economic strategy.
By midday, Linda Nolan's death at 65 dominated coverage, while Hamas and Israel moved closer to a ceasefire agreement. Initial reports of Hamas accepting terms were followed by Netanyahu's denial, creating hours of uncertainty.
Evening brought confirmation of a comprehensive ceasefire deal starting January 19th, with Qatar's mediation securing hostage releases and military pullback. Meanwhile, domestic politics centered on Starmer defending Reeves amid polling pressure and a growing controversy over the Chagos Islands handover plan.
By midday, Linda Nolan's death at 65 dominated coverage, while Hamas and Israel moved closer to a ceasefire agreement. Initial reports of Hamas accepting terms were followed by Netanyahu's denial, creating hours of uncertainty.
Evening brought confirmation of a comprehensive ceasefire deal starting January 19th, with Qatar's mediation securing hostage releases and military pullback. Meanwhile, domestic politics centered on Starmer defending Reeves amid polling pressure and a growing controversy over the Chagos Islands handover plan.
Iran
•15.01.2025
•Wednesday
•221 days ago
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President Pezeshkian's NBC interview signaled Iran's readiness for "principled dialogue" with a potential second Trump administration, marking a shift from previous positioning. State media carefully framed this opening while maintaining denials about nuclear ambitions and assassination plots.
By afternoon, the naval ceremony introducing destroyer Zagros competed with diplomatic coverage, as Pezeshkian departed for Tajikistan and Moscow - continuing Iran's eastern pivot strategy evident in previous days.
Evening brought confirmation of the Gaza ceasefire agreement, with Hamas accepting terms through Qatari mediation. State media attempted to frame this as resistance victory, while hardline outlets like Kayhan condemned Pezeshkian's diplomatic overtures. The day's coverage revealed tensions between pragmatic diplomatic initiatives and revolutionary rhetoric, particularly visible in divergent treatments of the Trump engagement signals.
By afternoon, the naval ceremony introducing destroyer Zagros competed with diplomatic coverage, as Pezeshkian departed for Tajikistan and Moscow - continuing Iran's eastern pivot strategy evident in previous days.
Evening brought confirmation of the Gaza ceasefire agreement, with Hamas accepting terms through Qatari mediation. State media attempted to frame this as resistance victory, while hardline outlets like Kayhan condemned Pezeshkian's diplomatic overtures. The day's coverage revealed tensions between pragmatic diplomatic initiatives and revolutionary rhetoric, particularly visible in divergent treatments of the Trump engagement signals.
Russia
•15.01.2025
•Wednesday
•221 days ago
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The arrest of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol dominated morning coverage, with reports of his voluntary surrender "to prevent bloodshed." By midday, Russian media shifted focus to military claims about Ukrainian attempts to bribe Russian forces in Horlivka with $1 million, a narrative that continued throughout the day.
Reports of Russian strikes on Ukrainian gas infrastructure intensified, following yesterday's drone attacks on Russian territory. The military claimed capture of Ukrainka in Donetsk. A Hamas-Israel ceasefire agreement, set to begin January 19th, received extensive coverage in evening reports.
Putin signed a decree for 80,000 ruble payments to WWII veterans, while US sanctions expanded to include the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant. Internet speeds dropped in 21 regions due to cable damage in Tatarstan, echoing recent infrastructure disruptions.
Reports of Russian strikes on Ukrainian gas infrastructure intensified, following yesterday's drone attacks on Russian territory. The military claimed capture of Ukrainka in Donetsk. A Hamas-Israel ceasefire agreement, set to begin January 19th, received extensive coverage in evening reports.
Putin signed a decree for 80,000 ruble payments to WWII veterans, while US sanctions expanded to include the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant. Internet speeds dropped in 21 regions due to cable damage in Tatarstan, echoing recent infrastructure disruptions.
Italy
•15.01.2025
•Wednesday
•221 days ago
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South Korean President Yoon's arrest dominated morning coverage, as military police detained him following December's failed auto-coup attempt. By midday, attention shifted to Meloni's energy diplomacy in Abu Dhabi, securing a €1 billion trilateral agreement with Albania and UAE.
The afternoon saw intensifying railway disruptions, with Ferrovie dello Stato filing formal complaints suggesting systematic sabotage. Opposition figures accused Transport Minister Salvini of incompetence, while he blamed previous left-wing administrations.
Evening headlines concentrated on the Gaza breakthrough, as Qatar mediated a complex hostage-prisoner exchange agreement. Trump's premature victory announcement created momentary confusion, until Biden and Qatar's confirmation of a Sunday ceasefire. The deal involves releasing 33 Israeli hostages for over 1,000 Palestinian prisoners, marking the conflict's most significant diplomatic progress since October.
The afternoon saw intensifying railway disruptions, with Ferrovie dello Stato filing formal complaints suggesting systematic sabotage. Opposition figures accused Transport Minister Salvini of incompetence, while he blamed previous left-wing administrations.
Evening headlines concentrated on the Gaza breakthrough, as Qatar mediated a complex hostage-prisoner exchange agreement. Trump's premature victory announcement created momentary confusion, until Biden and Qatar's confirmation of a Sunday ceasefire. The deal involves releasing 33 Israeli hostages for over 1,000 Palestinian prisoners, marking the conflict's most significant diplomatic progress since October.
Japan
•15.01.2025
•Wednesday
•221 days ago
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The predawn arrest of South Korean President Yoon dominated Japanese media coverage, with detailed reporting on the 6-hour operation involving 1,000 investigators cutting through barbed wire. The coverage evolved from initial reports of police entering the compound to Yoon's statement about "preventing bloodshed" and his subsequent silence during interrogation.
Tourism statistics released mid-morning showed record-breaking numbers, with 36.86 million visitors in 2024 and spending exceeding 8 trillion yen. The afternoon brought confirmation of Hino Motors' $1.89 billion settlement with U.S. authorities over engine certification fraud, continuing the thread of U.S.-Japan industrial tensions from previous days.
The government raised the 30-year probability of a major Nankai Trough earthquake to "around 80%," while reports emerged of a possible self-immolation near the facility holding President Yoon.
Tourism statistics released mid-morning showed record-breaking numbers, with 36.86 million visitors in 2024 and spending exceeding 8 trillion yen. The afternoon brought confirmation of Hino Motors' $1.89 billion settlement with U.S. authorities over engine certification fraud, continuing the thread of U.S.-Japan industrial tensions from previous days.
The government raised the 30-year probability of a major Nankai Trough earthquake to "around 80%," while reports emerged of a possible self-immolation near the facility holding President Yoon.
Netherlands
•15.01.2025
•Wednesday
•221 days ago
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The morning began with dense fog disrupting Schiphol operations, while reports emerged of South Korean ex-president Yoon's arrest following his failed attempt at declaring martial law. The Court of Audit released a critical report on ministries' risky reliance on foreign cloud services.
By afternoon, TV presenter Martijn Krabbé's terminal cancer diagnosis dominated media attention, briefly interrupting coverage of emerging Gaza ceasefire negotiations. These negotiations, building on previous days' diplomatic movements, culminated in evening announcements of a comprehensive agreement. Qatar's premier confirmed a January 19 implementation date, though Netanyahu's office maintained final details were still being arranged.
Throughout the day, domestic issues persisted with the Ter Apel asylum center's safety crisis and Amsterdam's legal challenge against provincial wind turbine restrictions. Albert Heijn faced criticism over its handling of a blueberry-related illness outbreak.
By afternoon, TV presenter Martijn Krabbé's terminal cancer diagnosis dominated media attention, briefly interrupting coverage of emerging Gaza ceasefire negotiations. These negotiations, building on previous days' diplomatic movements, culminated in evening announcements of a comprehensive agreement. Qatar's premier confirmed a January 19 implementation date, though Netanyahu's office maintained final details were still being arranged.
Throughout the day, domestic issues persisted with the Ter Apel asylum center's safety crisis and Amsterdam's legal challenge against provincial wind turbine restrictions. Albert Heijn faced criticism over its handling of a blueberry-related illness outbreak.
India
•15.01.2025
•Wednesday
•221 days ago
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The Home Ministry's approval for ED to prosecute Delhi CM Kejriwal in the liquor policy case coincided with nomination day, as both Kejriwal and BJP's Parvesh Verma filed papers. Verma faced FIR orders for distributing shoes to voters.
Meta issued an apology for Zuckerberg's premature claims about Indian election results, following parliamentary pressure from previous days. The Navy received three new warships, with PM Modi emphasizing maritime power expansion.
By evening, reports confirmed a breakthrough Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement, designed to end the 15-month Gaza war. The agreement, set to begin January 19, includes hostage release provisions.
Delhi's air quality deteriorated sharply, triggering GRAP-IV restrictions, while TMC and SP announced support for AAP in upcoming elections, complicating Congress's position in the INDIA alliance.
Meta issued an apology for Zuckerberg's premature claims about Indian election results, following parliamentary pressure from previous days. The Navy received three new warships, with PM Modi emphasizing maritime power expansion.
By evening, reports confirmed a breakthrough Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement, designed to end the 15-month Gaza war. The agreement, set to begin January 19, includes hostage release provisions.
Delhi's air quality deteriorated sharply, triggering GRAP-IV restrictions, while TMC and SP announced support for AAP in upcoming elections, complicating Congress's position in the INDIA alliance.
Poland
•15.01.2025
•Wednesday
•221 days ago
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The morning began with reports of a South Korean president's arrest, quickly overshadowed by Russian missile launches toward Ukraine that prompted Polish fighter jets to scramble. By mid-morning, Marshal Hołownia officially announced the presidential election for May 18th, while the train system experienced nationwide disruptions with cumulative delays exceeding 280 hours.
Zelenskyy's Warsaw visit dominated afternoon coverage, meeting both Tusk and Duda. During the joint press conference, Tusk revealed Russian plans for aerial terrorism against international airlines. The government confirmed the arrest of former Orlen executive Samer A. in UAE, connecting to previous days' investigations.
Evening brought breakthrough news of a Hamas-Israel ceasefire agreement, while tension emerged between PiS and Zelenskyy over his criticism of presidential candidate Nawrocki regarding Volyn massacre statements from previous days.
Zelenskyy's Warsaw visit dominated afternoon coverage, meeting both Tusk and Duda. During the joint press conference, Tusk revealed Russian plans for aerial terrorism against international airlines. The government confirmed the arrest of former Orlen executive Samer A. in UAE, connecting to previous days' investigations.
Evening brought breakthrough news of a Hamas-Israel ceasefire agreement, while tension emerged between PiS and Zelenskyy over his criticism of presidential candidate Nawrocki regarding Volyn massacre statements from previous days.
Spain
•15.01.2025
•Wednesday
•221 days ago
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Morning coverage focused on the emerging Gaza ceasefire negotiations, with Hamas demanding detailed withdrawal maps from Israel. The Spanish government's surveillance of tourist rentals and public servant salary increases occupied domestic headlines, while the Ayuso partner case continued generating institutional friction between Moncloa and the judiciary.
By early afternoon, Spain announced record tourism figures of 94 million visitors in 2024. The first chemical attack simulation was conducted in a Barcelona hotel, while flu season warnings intensified.
The evening brought confirmation of the Gaza ceasefire agreement, set to begin January 19th, including hostage releases and troop withdrawals. Media attention shifted entirely to the peace deal's details, with Netanyahu working to finalize remaining points and celebrations reported in both Israeli and Palestinian streets. The Constitutional Court's removal of a conservative magistrate from amnesty law deliberations marked a significant institutional development.
By early afternoon, Spain announced record tourism figures of 94 million visitors in 2024. The first chemical attack simulation was conducted in a Barcelona hotel, while flu season warnings intensified.
The evening brought confirmation of the Gaza ceasefire agreement, set to begin January 19th, including hostage releases and troop withdrawals. Media attention shifted entirely to the peace deal's details, with Netanyahu working to finalize remaining points and celebrations reported in both Israeli and Palestinian streets. The Constitutional Court's removal of a conservative magistrate from amnesty law deliberations marked a significant institutional development.
Turkey
•15.01.2025
•Wednesday
•221 days ago
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Morning began with Turkey-Syria diplomatic breakthrough as Damascus sent its first official delegation since regime change, culminating in meetings with Erdoğan and Fidan. The bilateral discussions focused on border security and migration issues.
By afternoon, İmamoğlu met with Minister Işıkhan to negotiate municipal debt restructuring, while Istanbul Bar Association announced an extraordinary congress following previous days' legal pressures. The meeting established a reconciliation committee for SGK debts, marking a shift from confrontational stance.
Evening brought confirmation of Gaza ceasefire agreement, initially announced by Trump and later detailed by Qatar, set to begin January 19. Turkish Airlines announced resumption of Damascus flights starting January 23, while counterfeit alcohol death toll in Istanbul reached 23. The institutional pressures visible in previous days appeared to give way to negotiated solutions across multiple fronts.
By afternoon, İmamoğlu met with Minister Işıkhan to negotiate municipal debt restructuring, while Istanbul Bar Association announced an extraordinary congress following previous days' legal pressures. The meeting established a reconciliation committee for SGK debts, marking a shift from confrontational stance.
Evening brought confirmation of Gaza ceasefire agreement, initially announced by Trump and later detailed by Qatar, set to begin January 19. Turkish Airlines announced resumption of Damascus flights starting January 23, while counterfeit alcohol death toll in Istanbul reached 23. The institutional pressures visible in previous days appeared to give way to negotiated solutions across multiple fronts.
China
•15.01.2025
•Wednesday
•221 days ago
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South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol's arrest over martial law imposition dominated Chinese media coverage, marking the first detention of a sitting president in Korean history. The morning began with provincial GDP reports and Shein coverage, quickly overshadowed by developments in Seoul.
By midday, coverage shifted to Xi's diplomatic engagements with Sri Lanka's president and Vietnam's party chief, while financial news focused on Country Garden's 200 billion yuan losses. The afternoon brought reports of Hong Kong's record heat and stricter public housing penalties.
Chinese state media maintained careful distance in reporting Yoon's arrest, while emphasizing regional stability concerns. Meanwhile, coverage continued of US platform transitions as TikTok users migrated to Xiaohongshu, and Shanghai's attempts to court Taylor Swift for economic boost.
By midday, coverage shifted to Xi's diplomatic engagements with Sri Lanka's president and Vietnam's party chief, while financial news focused on Country Garden's 200 billion yuan losses. The afternoon brought reports of Hong Kong's record heat and stricter public housing penalties.
Chinese state media maintained careful distance in reporting Yoon's arrest, while emphasizing regional stability concerns. Meanwhile, coverage continued of US platform transitions as TikTok users migrated to Xiaohongshu, and Shanghai's attempts to court Taylor Swift for economic boost.
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