On January 2, 2025, South Korean police attempted to arrest impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol at his residence in Seoul. The arrest warrant was issued on December 31, following his controversial declaration of martial law in early December 2024. The operation faced strong resistance from Yoon’s security personnel and supporters, leading to a standoff that …
South Korean police raided President Yoon Suk Yeol’s office on December 11, 2024, as part of an investigation into his controversial martial law declaration on December 3. The move, criticized as unconstitutional, has sparked political turmoil. Former Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun, arrested for his role in the decision, attempted suicide while in custody but survived. …
South Korea’s President Faces Crisis Over Martial Law Declaration On December 3, 2024, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, citing threats from North Korea and internal unrest. Military personnel were deployed to the National Assembly, leading to clashes with protesters and lawmakers. In response, the National Assembly swiftly voted 190-0 to rescind …
On December 3, 2024, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, citing threats from “communist forces” and accusing the opposition Democratic Party of anti-state activities. The declaration suspends parliamentary activities and grants military authority to maintain order, with troops mobilized in Seoul. Opposition leader Lee Jae-myung denounced the move as illegal and called …