The Parthenon Sculptures, also known as the Elgin Marbles, are ancient Greek artifacts housed in the British Museum. They were brought to Britain in the 19th century by Lord Elgin, causing tension between Greece and the UK. Greece has been fighting to retrieve the sculptures, claiming they were stolen, while the British Museum maintains they were legally obtained. Negotiations for their return have been ongoing since 2021, with the British Museum considering a loan agreement with Greece. Despite public support in the UK for their return, legal restrictions prevent the museum from giving up ownership. A diplomatic incident occurred when former PM Rishi Sunak cancelled a meeting with the Greek PM over discussions about the marbles. Greece continues to push for their return, emphasizing the cultural significance of the sculptures.
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South Korea RECAP: President Yoon WILL lift martial law in a matter of hours after emergency declaration sparks huge protests
Chaos erupts in South Korea as President Yoon Suk Yeol declares martial law to protect against North Korean communist forces and eliminate anti-state elements, sparking protests. Despite initially implementing martial law, President Yoon decides to lift it after facing backlash from angry citizens and political opposition. The South Korean parliament votes unanimously to cancel the martial law decree, with President Yoon accusing them of paralyzing the government and undermining the constitutional framework. Full Article
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