- South Korea is engulfed in political turmoil after President Yoon Suk Yeol’s controversial attempt to impose martial law, which was swiftly overturned following intense public and political backlash, fueling calls for his resignation.
- Six opposition parties have introduced an impeachment bill against President Yoon, while the main opposition Democratic Party has initiated plans to formally charge him, along with the defense and interior ministers, with treason. Meanwhile, Yoon’s chief of staff and several high-ranking officials have tendered their resignations.
- Protesters in Seoul are amplifying demands for Yoon to step down, and the nation’s largest labor union has vowed to continue striking until he relinquishes power.
- In a dramatic late-night address, Yoon accused the Democratic Party of aligning with North Korea and engaging in “anti-state” activities. Hours later, lawmakers defied military barricades at parliament and successfully nullified the martial law decree.
Live Update: South Korea Martial Law Crisis: Calls grow for South Korea’s president to resign after martial law
