President of South Korea lifts martial law after parliamentary block
December 3, 2024
The President of South Korea, Yoon Suk-yeol, acknowledged his defeat and lifted the martial law following a parliamentary blockade by the opposition. This decision caused turmoil, with soldiers leaving the parliament and large demonstrations occurring. Leaders from both the ruling party and the opposition condemned the president's actions. The U.S. government is closely monitoring the situation and appears to have been caught off guard by the developments.