South Korea martial law ‘a painful reminder of how easily democracy can be threatened,’ protesters say
Candle-lit vigils and rallies were held across South Korea on Wednesday, a nation outraged and frustrated by the president’s ...
South Korean President Yoon’s martial law declaration raises questions over his political future
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — President Yoon Suk Yeol’s stunning martial law declaration lasted just hours, but experts say it ...
Shock martial law edict in South Korea follows chaotic recent history: A look at the crucial context
These moments resonate with South Koreans in their daily lives, even if there’s still widespread confusion over the president ...
6 hours of anger, bravery and defiance during martial law in South Korea
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol shocked the nation when he declared martial law and called in troops to secure the ...
South Korea's president replaces his defense chief, who said troops exercising martial law were acting on his orders
South Korea's president replaces his defense chief, who said troops exercising martial law were acting on his orders.
US says South Korea's Yoon badly misjudged martial law declaration
U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell said on Wednesday that South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol "badly misjudged" ...
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South Korea’s Yoon names new defence minister after botched martial law
The nomination is the first official move by Yoon after he announced the withdrawal of the martial law declaration in the ...
How is a South Korean president impeached and does the opposition have enough votes to do so?
South Korean lawmakers have submitted a Bill to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol after he declared martial law and reversed ...
Political turmoil is roiling global markets as investors head into 2025
It's not just South Korea that is going through a period of political insecurity. Keep an eye on France, the Middle East, and ...
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BJ Kim on South Korean President Yoon's failed attempt to impose martial law
A political gamble gone wrong for South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol, with a vote on impeachment pending in the national ...
A Misguided Power Grab Reveals Deep Roots For Democracy in South Korea
After the end of World War II in 1945, military rule and dictatorships were frequent in the country till 1979. Now, South Korea has an active civil society with a large network of activists ready to ...
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South Korea to activate $38 billion worth of market stabilisation fund after martial law attempt
SEOUL - South Korea’s Finance Ministry said on Dec 5 that the government will activate 40 trillion won (S$38 billion) worth of market stabilisation fund, after President Yoon Suk Yeol’s lifting of a ...