Starbucks' US headquarters has issued an official apology to the victims and families of the 1980 Gwangju Democratic Uprising, following a Starbucks Korea promotional event that was deemed to evoke memories of the military crackdown.

Starbucks in South Korea has withdrawn a tumbler promotion campaign after it drew criticism for its perceived insensitivity related to the May 18 Gwangju Uprising.

Police in South Korea are investigating fake news posted online that mocked the 1980 Gwangju democracy uprising by falsely claiming it was orchestrated by North Korea.

The Gwangju democratic uprising, which occurred on May 18, 1980, is being remembered while facing a rise in misinformation despite existing laws.

South Korea's Veterans Ministry announced plans to intensify efforts to screen and counter false information related to the May 18 Gwangju Uprising, following a recent marketing controversy involving Starbucks.

The drama 'A Petal', based on the Gwangju Uprising, is being re-released in Korean theaters in 4K resolution.