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South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's unexpected martial law declaration on December 3, 2024, triggered widespread protests and a swift parliamentary response. The decree, aimed at quelling perceived threats from North Korea, was overturned within hours amid accusations of unconstitutional actions and calls for impeachment from opposition parties.
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South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, citing threats from 'anti-state forces,' leading to widespread backlash and an impeachment motion from the opposition. The ruling party is divided, with calls for Yoon's removal growing amid fears of authoritarianism.
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South Korea's political turmoil escalates as acting President Han Duck-soo faces impeachment proceedings initiated by the opposition. This follows his refusal to appoint judges to the Constitutional Court, which is crucial for deciding the fate of impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol, who is under investigation for insurrection after declaring martial law earlier this month.
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South Korea is facing significant political upheaval following the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol over his brief declaration of martial law. Prime Minister Han Duck-soo has assumed the role of acting president as the Constitutional Court deliberates Yoon's fate, with investigations into potential insurrection underway against Yoon and his allies.
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South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol has failed to appear for questioning by the Corruption Investigation Office regarding allegations of abuse of power and orchestrating a rebellion. This marks the second time he has ignored a summons following his impeachment on December 14, 2024, amid ongoing investigations into his martial law declaration.
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On December 27, 2024, South Korea's parliament impeached acting president Han Duck-soo, following his refusal to appoint judges to the Constitutional Court. This decision comes after the impeachment of President Yoon Suk-yeol over a controversial martial law declaration earlier this month.