The protesters adopted the name after a social-media campaign urging people to take to the streets wearing the high-visibility yellow jackets that must be carried in every vehicle in France.

But police officers in neon yellow jackets surrounded both groups of protesters. There was tension, raised voices, jostling now and then, but no outright violence. As darkness fell, leaders of the ...

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was detained Wednesday morning following a tense standoff at his presidential compound.

The “gilets jaunes” or “yellow vests” started out protesting fuel hikes in France’s rural communities. Now, their demonstrations have turned into a national movement against President ...

As a part of the Leo Gala Series to give wider publicity to Korean culture and promote its ethos and beauty beyond the mere facade, Asia Society Korea presents the story of the "yellow jackets" that ...