What is martial law? Why everyone is talking about South Korea in the US
In South Korea, President Yoon Suk Yeol briefly declared martial law in a move that sparked widespread backlash. Here's why.
Shock martial law edict in South Korea follows chaotic recent history: A look at the crucial context
These moments resonate with South Koreans in their daily lives, even if there’s still widespread confusion over the president ...
‘Washington was blindsided’ by declaration of martial law, says former US ambassador to South Korea
Bianna Golodryga speaks with Kathleen Stephens, the former U.S. Ambassador to South Korea, about what may happen after ...
South Korean lawmakers seek president's impeachment after 6-hour martial law declaration
President Yoon Suk Yeol shocked the East Asian democracy by declaring martial law only to lift the order hours later under ...
South Korean President Yoon’s martial law declaration raises questions over his political future
President Yoon Suk Yeol’s stunning martial law declaration lasted just hours, but experts say it raised serious questions ...
South Korea martial law ‘a painful reminder of how easily democracy can be threatened,’ protesters say
Candle-lit vigils and rallies were held across South Korea on Wednesday, a nation outraged and frustrated by the president’s ...
Lawmakers Move to Impeach South Korean Leader After Failed Martial Law Bid
President Yoon Suk Yeol’s attempt to break a political deadlock by imposing military rule collapsed within hours, leaving him ...
South Korea’s martial law crisis stirs memories of 1980 Gwangju massacre
In the uncertain hours early Wednesday, many recalled the nation’s last martial law, which came after a coup installed a ...
South Korean president faces joining long line of leaders to meet ignoble end after martial law frenzy
Yoon Suk Yeol is likely to be ousted in disgrace — continuing a tradition of South Korean leaders ending their public lives ...
6 hours of anger, bravery and defiance as martial law imposition played out in South Korea
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol shocked the nation in a televised address, declaring martial law and calling in troops ...
South Korean opposition moves to impeach president after his declaration of martial law
President Yoon Suk Yeol of South Korea declared martial law late Tuesday, before withdrawing troops hours later.