South Korea Declares Martial Law Amidst Political Crisis
In a televised address, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, citing a need to counter what he termed “anti-state forces.” This action targets the opposition-controlled parliament, which the president accuses of threatening citizens’ freedoms. Yoon vowed swift action to suppress these perceived threats and restore normal operations. The declaration marks a significant escalation of political tensions within South Korea.
John Q. Hosedrinker