President Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergency martial law, accusing the opposition of attempting an insurgency that threatens South Korea's democratic process. This declaration marks a significant moment as it's the first issuance of martial law since the military dictatorship ended in the late 1980s.
In his televised address, Mr. Yoon criticized the opposition's actions in the National Assembly, arguing that their use of parliamentary power has resulted in the impeachment of cabinet members and the obstruction of crucial legislation, creating a deadlock that hampers governance.
Yoon called the National Assembly, traditionally a pillar of democracy, a 'monster' that now undermines the very system it was supposed to protect. His remarks signal deepening tensions in South Korean politics.
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