South Korean President Faces Impeachment After Martial Law Reversal

Yoon Suk Yeol's brief martial law declaration triggers political turmoil, protests, and calls for his resignation.

President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law late Tuesday, citing alleged anti-state forces, but reversed the decision within hours following protests and a parliamentary vote to overturn it.
The National Assembly unanimously voted to annul the martial law order after opposition MPs and protesters defied military attempts to secure the building.
Opposition parties have filed an impeachment motion against Yoon, with a vote potentially taking place as early as Friday, requiring a two-thirds majority in parliament to proceed.
The crisis has deepened divisions within Yoon's own People Power Party, with senior aides offering to resign and the defense minister facing criminal charges of treason.
Yoon's actions have raised concerns internationally, with diplomatic fallout affecting planned visits and meetings, while protests and strikes continue across South Korea demanding his resignation.