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South Korea to enforce 5-day vehicle rotation system as Mideast conflict hits energy supplies

South Korea to enforce 5-day vehicle rotation system as Mideast conflict hits energy supplies

Starting Wednesday, move is part of government's energy-saving measures to mitigate impacts of global energy shortages

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Australia, EU sign free trade deal, agree to strengthen security, defense partnership
24.03.2026

Australia, EU sign free trade deal, agree to strengthen security, defense partnership

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese meet in Canberra to sign several agreements

Tonga eases 'dangerous' tsunami warning after 7.6 magnitude earthquake
24.03.2026

Tonga eases 'dangerous' tsunami warning after 7.6 magnitude earthquake

No immediate reports of casualties or major damage as earthquake felt across the South Pacific Island nation

Japan to release state oil stockpiles this week, 2nd time amid Mideast conflict
24.03.2026

Japan to release state oil stockpiles this week, 2nd time amid Mideast conflict

Peace, stability of Middle East extremely important for Japan, international community, says premier

South Korea’s president calls for 'emergency response system' to cope with impacts from oil shortages
24.03.2026

South Korea’s president calls for 'emergency response system' to cope with impacts from oil shortages

Lee Jae Myung also asks for swift passage of extra budget to help industries and vulnerable households hit by soaring energy prices

7 South Korean army generals penalized over 2024 martial law bid challenge punishment
24.03.2026

7 South Korean army generals penalized over 2024 martial law bid challenge punishment

Former commanders of defense intelligence and drone operations among those who filed lawsuits