Yo, here's the lowdown on today's Korea headlines:
- *Former interior minister jailed* – Seoul Central District Court sentenced ex‑Interior Minister Lee Sang‑min to seven years for his role in the Dec 2024 martial‑law declaration, including ordering power cuts to media outlets ¹.
- *North Korea’s succession drama* – South Korea’s spy agency says Kim Jong Un is prepping his teenage daughter Kim Ju Ae as heir, with her high‑profile appearances signaling a clear succession path ².
- *Drone tensions* – Pyongyang warned of a “terrible response” after accusing Seoul of sending surveillance drones over its territory, while Seoul’s unification minister expressed regret and launched an investigation ³.
- *Olympic glory* – Teen snowboarder Choi Ga‑on snagged gold in women’s halfpipe, and short‑track star Rim Jong‑un earned bronze in the men’s 1,000 m, giving Korea a shiny start at the Winter Games ⁴.
