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The US has signaled expectations for increased defense cost-sharing and tougher trade negotiations, adding diplomatic pressure. Meanwhile, South Korean public opinion remains divided: some see Lee’s election as a demonstration of democratic strength, while others worry about unresolved legal issues and geopolitical uncertainties ahead.
Record ICE Operation Targets Criminals in Massachusetts
In a major enforcement action, US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted its largest-ever immigration crackdown in Massachusetts—Operation Patriot—resulting in nearly 1,500 arrests across the state. The operation targeted violent gangs, organized crime figures, and repeat offenders, including individuals wanted for heinous crimes such as murder, rape, and drug offenses.