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Sri Lanka's anti-drug campaign has led to the arrest of over 50,000 individuals and the seizure of drugs valued at over US$20 million, but it has drawn criticism for allegations of human rights violations. The United Nations and other rights groups call for a shift to health and human rights-focused policies, while Sri Lankan officials argue the operation is necessary due to rising crime rates and drug use among school-going youth. Government officials allege that law enforcement is adhering to proper process.
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Voters overwhelmingly rejected the South Korean conservative agenda in the 2024 parliamentary elections. President Yoon Suk-yeol, already a massively unpopular leader, will likely face calls to resign from within his own party amid a potential investigation of First Lady Kim Keon-hee. Despite this, foreign policy will be the one area where Yoon may be able to make some progress. He will likely continue to strengthen ties with Japan, the United States and Europe despite the legislative deadlock at home.