South Korea's President Declares Emergency Martial Law

Yoon Suk Yeol announces drastic measures amidst escalating political tension.

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Yoon accused the opposition of being "anti-state forces intent on overthrowing the regime." The conflict stems from a heated budget dispute in parliament.

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"To safeguard a liberal South Korea... I declare emergency martial law." He emphasized threats from North Korea and domestic opposition.

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The opposition party slashed ₩4.1 trillion from Yoon's proposed ₩677 trillion budget. Key cuts targeted reserve funds, law enforcement, and the president’s office.

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Yoon accused opposition lawmakers of: – Paralyzing governance – Shielding their leader from justice – Turning the country into "a den of legislative dictatorship"

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Impact of Martial Law – Military units ordered to enhance readine – National Assembly sealed off – MPs barred from the building

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Yoon's approval rating hit a low of 19% last week. Critics cite economic mismanagement and controversies involving First Lady Kim Keon Hee.

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Yoon vowed to eliminate "anti-state forces" to restore stability. The imposition of martial law signals escalating tensions in South Korea's democracy.

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