South Korean Defense Minister Resigns Amid Failed Martial Law Attempt as North Korea-Russia Defense Pact Takes Effect
Seoul, South Korea — In a significant shake-up of South Korea’s military leadership amidst a backdrop of a controversial attempted imposition of martial law, President Yoon Suk-yeol has approved the resignation of Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun. Subsequently, Choi Byung-hyuk, currently serving as the ambassador to Saudi Arabia, has been nominated to fill the now-vacant role. Choi Byung-hyuk, a former army general known for his past role as deputy commander of the South Korea-United States Combined Forces Command, brings a wealth of military experience to the table. His nomination, announced on Thursday, marks President Yoon’s first … Read more