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Domestic Political Struggle Brings Spotlight to South Korea

South Korea's political turmoil intensified after President Yoon Suk-yeol's martial law declaration, which was later rescinded by lawmakers. The move drew widespread criticism, calls for Yoon's resignation, and raised concerns about democracy. (Getty Images)

By    |   Wednesday, 11 December 2024 07:10 AM EST

On Dec.3, 2024, at 10:25 p.m. Korean Standard Time, a sudden declaration of martial law by South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol sent shockwaves throughout South Korea and the world.

However, in a swift turn of events, the opposition party, known as the Democratic Party (DP), managed to bypass army soldiers and enter the National Assembly. They conducted a vote, with 190 out of 300 legislators voting to lift the martial law.

John Mills

Col. John Mills, ret., served 33 years in the Army and also as a senior civilian in government and at national security-related think tanks.  He is the former director of cybersecurity policy in the Office of the Secretary of Defense.

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On Dec.3, 2024, at 10:25 p.m. Korean Standard Time, a sudden declaration of martial law by South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol sent shockwaves throughout South Korea and the world.
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