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UPDATED May 19, 2026 at 12:05 PM ET
May 18, 2026 at 10:10 AM ET
Starbucks Korea head fired after “Tank Day” backlash
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The head of Starbucks Korea was fired after a “Tank Day” promotion sparked public outrage and boycott calls.
WHO: Starbucks Korea head
WHAT: Fired following backlash over the “Tank Day” promotion
WHEN: May 19, 2026 at 8:47 AM ET
WHERE: South Korea
WHY: The promotion evoked painful memories of a 1980 military crackdown on pro-democracy protesters, prompting public outrage and boycott calls.
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