Martial Law

South Korea Amends Martial Law Rules To Ban Military From Blocking Parliament Access

04 Jul 2025

The National Assembly of South Korea has voted to pass major amendments to the nation's martial law laws, outlawing any attempt to shut out lawmakers from entering the legislature. The action follows the political upheaval caused by the former President Yoon Suk Yeol's short-lived declaration of martial law during December...

South Korea Votes in Record Numbers After Martial Law Sparks Political Crisis

30 May 2025

South Korea is seeing a historic voter turnout during its presidential election following former President Yoon Suk Yeol's surprise declaration of martial law. The move, which was controversial in nature, resulted in his impeachment and ousting from office. In response, citizens have thronged polling stations in record numbers to uphold...

Han Dong-hoon enters Presidential race following Yoon’s fall in South Korea

10 Apr 2025

In a dramatic move, Han Dong-hoon South Korea Election campaign has been rolled out during severe political instability. The former leader of the ruling People Power Party Han Dong-hoon announced his presidential candidacy on Thursday. This is coming after the April 4 court decision that confirmed President Yoon Suk Yeol's...

Yoon Refuses Interrogation Again: What’s Next For South Korea’s Impeached President, 48-Hour Detention Ends

17 Jan 2025

Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, detained over an alleged failed martial law bid on December 3, has refused to cooperate with investigators for a second consecutive day. As the deadline on his initial 48-hour detention looms, the Corruption Investigation Office (CIO) is preparing to request an extended warrant...

South Korea’s Political Drama: President Yoon Suk Yeol Jailed Over Martial Law Debacle

15 Jan 2025

South Korea witnessed a historic and controversial development as President Yoon Suk Yeol was arrested on charges of insurrection linked to his failed declaration of martial law. This makes Yoon the first sitting head of state in the country's history to face detention. The Joint Investigation Headquarters confirmed the arrest...

Yoon Suk Failed Martial Law Bid at the Center of Impeachment Trial

14 Jan 2025

South Korea’s Constitutional Court began the impeachment trial of President Yoon Suk Yeol on Tuesday, following his controversial attempt to impose martial law in December 2023. The president's legal team cited safety concerns, causing the first hearing to be quickly adjourned after he failed to appear. The trial will focus...

Han Dong Hoon Resigns as Leader of South Korea’s Ruling Party

16 Dec 2024

Han Dong Hoon, the leader of South Korea’s People Power Party, resigned following the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol by the National Assembly. This occurred just a week after Yoon’s failed attempt to declare martial law, which led to his suspension. Han Explains His Resignation Han explained that his...

US Reaffirms Support as Political Unrest Hits South Korea

15 Dec 2024

The United States reiterated its strong support for South Korea following the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol. His removal came after a controversial declaration of martial law, which triggered widespread political turmoil. US Emphasizes Alliance Commitment To begin with, Matthew Miller, spokesperson for the US Department of State, highlighted...

Martial Law Fallout: Police Raid President Yoon’s Office as Former Defense Minister Attempts Suicide

11 Dec 2024

South Korean police raided President Yoon Suk Yeol's office on Wednesday, coinciding with a troubling development involving one of his top lieutenants, who has attempted suicide amid a growing investigation into the president's controversial declaration of martial law last week. The raid signifies a dramatic escalation in the probe against...

North Korea Slams South Korea As ‘Gangster Nation’ After Yoon’s Martial Law

11 Dec 2024

North Korea has finally spoken regarding the political crisis in South Korea, sharply condemning President Yoon Suk Yeol's recent attempt to impose martial law. The statement, issued by the state-run KCNA news agency, characterized Yoon’s actions as “unleashing a dictatorship” and likened him to a “puppet” in crisis. The regime...

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