Morning Wide: Today's Major News (September 18, 2026)

1. Kim Seung-won's Confirmation Report Adopted Unilaterally... Committee Meetings Canceled in Retaliation

The confirmation hearing report for Justice Minister nominee Kim Seung-won, who has been embroiled in allegations of lobbying the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, was adopted led by the Democratic Party. In response, the People Power Party canceled committee meetings chaired by its own members, halting the adoption of confirmation reports for the nominees for the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport and the Ministry of SMEs and Startups.

2. Address to the Nation Today... Will Key Issues Be Addressed?

Amid expectations that nominee Kim Seung-won will be appointed soon, President Lee Jae-myung is holding a press conference today (September 18). Attention is focused on what stance he will take regarding key issues such as cabinet reshuffles, constitutional amendment, and the dispatch of troops to the Strait of Hormuz.

3. "Iran Conflict at a Major Crossroads"... "Saudi Arabia Proposes Two-Week Ceasefire"

U.S. President Trump stated that he is at a critical crossroads in deciding whether to launch an attack that would annihilate Iran. Meanwhile, reports emerged that Saudi Arabia has proposed a two-week ceasefire to the pro-Iranian Houthi rebels.

4. South Korean Delegation Arrives in Nagoya for the Asian Games

The main contingent of the South Korean athletic delegation for the Asian Games arrived in Nagoya, the battleground, yesterday. Our athletes pledged their best efforts, aiming for third place overall for the third consecutive time.
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