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South Korea's Ruling Party Sweeps Local Elections, Faces Potential Seoul Loss
South Korea's ruling party secured most seats in the recent local elections, providing a boost to the government. However, the party faces the possibility of losing the mayoral race in Seoul.
3 Jun, 23:50 — 4 Jun, 00:46
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japan-timesMostly Factual5h ago
South Korea ruling party sweeps most seats in local elections but may lose in Seoul
The loss of Seoul, South Korea's largest city and top political prize, would deliver a symbolic blow to President Lee Jae Myung despite his party's broader gains.
Read full article →channel-news-asiaMostly Factual6h ago
South Korea ruling party sweeps most seats in local elections but faces losing Seoul
The loss of Seoul would deliver a symbolic blow to South Korean President Lee Jae Myung despite his party’s broader gains.
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First report: NHK World · 3 Jun, 22:41|Full coverage: 3 · 2h|Window: 2h
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