World Cup Street Cheering to be Held at Gwanghwamun Square; Strong Earthquake in Venezuela and Other News
Large-scale street cheering will take place at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Meanwhile, a massive earthquake in Venezuela has resulted in more than 900 deaths, and an aircraft collision occurred in downtown Beijing, China. In the Middle East, tensions are rising as military conflict between the U.S. and Iran intensifies once again.
Football fans will be able to cheer together at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul during the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Seoul Metropolitan Government has decided to transform the square into a large-scale street cheering venue in accordance with the Korean national team's group stage match schedule. This will be an opportunity for citizens to support the national team in the heart of the city and enjoy the festive atmosphere.
The death toll from a series of powerful earthquakes in Venezuela has surged to 920, with casualties continuing to mount. Currently, more than 50,000 people are reported missing, and the number of victims is expected to increase further as search operations continue. Local rescue teams are struggling to find survivors among the rubble of collapsed buildings.
A small aircraft crashed into a skyscraper in Beijing, China, causing great chaos in the city center, while tensions in the Middle East rose again as Iran struck targets linked to the U.S. military. In Beijing, aircraft debris fell onto the streets, forcing citizens to evacuate urgently, and Iran's attack is reportedly in retaliation for U.S. airstrikes. As a result, the ongoing peace negotiations are facing another crisis.
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