South Korea's president declares martial law

https://www.npr.org/2024/12/03/g-s1-36594/south-korea-martial-law

created by RawLife53 on 03/12/2024 at 16:53 UTC

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Comment by stereoroid at 03/12/2024 at 17:08 UTC

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The National Assembly had to ratify the declaration, and they have not, declaring it invalid. This is where things could get “interesting”. 😬

Comment by RawLife53 at 03/12/2024 at 16:56 UTC*

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South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol declared an "emergency martial law" on Tuesday, accusing the opposition of paralyzing the government with anti-state activities.

In a surprise late-night TV address, Yoon said the move was needed to protect the country. He also accused the left-leaning opposition of being sympathetic with North Korea and vowed to "eradicate pro-North Korean forces and protect the constitutional democratic order."

"Through this martial law, I will rebuild and protect the free Republic of Korea, which is falling into the depths of national ruin," Yoon declared in his speech, without specifying how the martial law would be enforced.

Yoon also asked South Koreans to have faith in him and tolerate "some inconveniences" as he vowed to "eliminate anti-state forces as quickly as possible and normalize the country."

Following Yoon's announcement on Tuesday, all political activities, including political associations, rallies and demonstrations, will be prohibited. Media and publications will be subject to the control of the Martial Law Command.

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We can be certain that Trump will follow this play book to the letter.!!!

Remember, they wanted to do it in 2020!!!

Comment by starroute at 03/12/2024 at 16:57 UTC

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SouthKorea lawmakers vote to block President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law decree amid chaotic scenes outside parliament — BBC

Comment by marion85 at 03/12/2024 at 18:51 UTC

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...And the citizens of South Korea took that personally...

Comment by SunderedValley at 03/12/2024 at 17:28 UTC

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This was already rescinded by the time you posted it.

Comment by Coolenough-to at 04/12/2024 at 00:36 UTC

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From what Ive read, this was all over a free purse?