Today's Major News (October 21, 2026)

1. Serial Arson at Two Gangnam Buildings... "Attempted Four Years Ago"

A man in his 70s set fire to two buildings in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, yesterday (October 20), injuring 19 people. It was found that the same man had been arrested four years ago for attempting to start a fire in the same buildings.

2. "Apologize for the 'Financial Straw' Remark"... Choo Mi-ae Apologizes Again

The firefighters' union held a press conference demanding an official apology from Gyeonggi Governor Choo Mi-ae regarding her so-called "firefighting finance straw" remark. Governor Choo, who met with the union, bowed her head once again.

3. "3rd-Generation New Town Supply Will Determine Success or Failure of Real Estate Policy"

President Lee Jae-myung visited the Gyeyang District site for the third-generation new towns in Incheon, emphasizing that swift housing supply dictates the success or failure of real estate policy. He also stated that any systems or regulations hindering rapid supply must be reformed.

4. France and Italy Decide to Deploy Military Forces Against Violent Protests

France, which has maintained a nighttime curfew due to violent protests, has decided to deploy military forces for a large-scale demonstration scheduled for the weekend. Italy is also taking a hardline stance, deciding to deploy 500 troops to protests in Milan.
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