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President Lee Delivers Speech at Vatican: "June 15 Joint Declaration Was Historical Turning Point... Confident Hope Is Still Alive" President Lee Jae-myung, who is on an official visit to the Vatican, said, "Twenty-six years ago on June 15, the South and the North sat down together for the first time since the division of the peninsula and announced the June 15 Joint Declaration," adding, "I am still confident that the embers of that hope are alive." President Lee made the remarks in a commemorative speech during a special mass held at the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls, saying, "The June 15 Joint Declaration was a historical turning point that went beyond long-standing hostility and tension to signal the possibility of dialogue and cooperation to the entire world." First, President Lee extended greetings to Cardinal Lazzaro You Heung-sik and other distinguished guests, saying, "Standing in this holy place where the spirituality of Saint Paul the Apostle lives and breathes, I feel an indescribable sense of reverence." He went on to assess, "Today, the world is in deeper conflict and uncertainty than ever before. SBS Jun 14, 2026 9:27 PM

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"Immediate Opening of Hormuz"... Date Set for Signing 'End-of-War MOU' The signing of the memorandum of understanding to end the war between the United States and Iran is now down to the final signature. SBS Jun 14, 2026 9:25 PM

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"Was It Appropriate to Discuss a Leadership Bid During the Election?"... Pro-Lee Faction Pushes Back The Democratic Party was stirred yesterday by a social media post from President Lee Jae-myung. SBS Jun 14, 2026 9:25 PM

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"Why Insist on a Birthday Signing?"... Last-Minute Tug-of-War Meanwhile, Iran is expressing resentment over the signing date proposed by Trump. SBS Jun 14, 2026 9:25 PM

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Crowds Chant "Take It Down!"… 'Trump' Name Finally Removed The name of President Trump has disappeared from the Kennedy Center, one of the most iconic cultural and artistic venues in the United States. SBS Jun 14, 2026 9:25 PM

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Hollywood Strikes Back Amid Korean Cinema's Strong Run This year, Korean films, including "The King and the Man," have been showing remarkable momentum. SBS Jun 14, 2026 9:25 PM

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Weather: Heat Returns to Around 30°C; Mostly Sunny for the Time Being Heat of around 30°C has returned. Today, June 14, the daytime high in Seoul exceeded 31°C , reaching temperatures typical of early August. SBS Jun 14, 2026 9:25 PM

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55,000 Fans Pack Venue to Celebrate BTS's 13th Anniversary BTS, currently on a world tour, celebrated their 13th debut anniversary with fans in Busan. SBS Jun 14, 2026 9:25 PM

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Video Conference Held to Address 'NEC Crisis'..."No Disruptions to State Affairs" As the repercussions of the situation continue to prolong, President Lee Jae-myung, who is currently on an overseas trip, will hold a video conference with his Blue House aides shortly. SBS Jun 14, 2026 9:25 PM

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Soaring Interest Rates Spark Growing Financial Strain Bank loan interest rates are rising rapidly amid expectations of a base rate hike. SBS Jun 14, 2026 9:25 PM