Martial law in South Korea: How citizens and lawmakers fought back | The New Statesman

South Korea’s martial law declaration was quickly reversed - but why did it happen?
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In an unprecedented move, South Korea’s President Yoon Suk-yeol declared martial law, citing threats from political opponents and pro-North Korean forces. But what followed was a swift and determined resistance from both lawmakers and citizens, preventing a full-blown crisis.
Katie Stallard joins Hannah Barnes to unpack the chaotic events that unfolded and explores their impact on South Korea’s democracy and the president’s political future.
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No one charge in this case.

[@yongjinnkim9207]

One of a south korean subscriber, it is a deep shame of the country. South Korean democracy has collapsed.

[@seasonmists]

The SK president has a face made for comedy. I LoL'ed throughout his apology video. Who can keep a straight face at this news? He can't stage a coup, because parliamentarians can push furniture..., so he decided to follow the law after all... 😂😂😂

[@MattGreenland1]

When I heard it I assumed the north had invaded.

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This channel is quite slow off the mark. Other channels have already broadcast extremely complex and nuanced strategic analyses of Assad's downfall. Get yer skates on, folks!

[@momo8200]

Let’s just say things would have gone a bit differently if that was Trump.

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As we saw on January 6th, the crowds supported the wannabe dictator