South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, prompting protests and calls for his impeachment. The declaration led to restrictions on political activities and media censorship, with troops forcibly entering the National Assembly. The order was short-lived, lasting only six hours.
Protest ers in Seoul, South Korea demonstrate against the country's president Yoon Suk Yeol imposition of martial law . Photograph: Chung Sung-Jun/Getty
His attempt to ban political activity and censor the media saw armed troops force their way into the National Assembly in Seoul. What were Yoon’s reasons for the shock declaration and how was it foiled? And what was the international reaction – particularly in Washington – to the move?Electrification is Ireland’s missing climate linkAnother €6bn of Apple money delivers record tax-take for Government
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