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South Korea Imposes Travel Ban on President Yoon Amid Martial Law Investigation

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SEOUL, South Korea — The Justice Ministry of South Korea announced on Monday that a travel ban has been imposed on President Yoon Suk Yeol amid an ongoing investigation into his recent short-lived attempt to declare martial law. The ban, which restricts Yoon from leaving the country, follows heightened scrutiny by law enforcement agencies, including police and anti-corruption officials, into allegations that could lead to rebellion charges. The tumultuous events began last week when President Yoon issued a declaration to temporarily impose martial law, a move that escalated into significant political chaos. This abrupt decision … Read more

Former South Korean Defense Minister Detained Amid Allegations of Martial Law Proposal to President Yoon

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SEOUL, South Korea — In a dramatic sequence of events, South Korea’s political landscape has been rocked by the detention of a former defense minister following his alleged recommendation of a martial law declaration to President Yoon Suk Yeol. The arrest is a significant development coming shortly after President Yoon narrowly escaped an impeachment attempt in parliament, catalyzed by the controversial brief enforcement of martial law, which has plunged the nation into deeper political strife. The former Defense Minister, Kim Yong Hyun, was apprehended and taken to a detention facility in Seoul after voluntarily appearing … Read more

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Apologizes for Martial Law Attempt Amidst Impeachment Turmoil

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Seoul, South Korea – In a dramatic turn of South Korean politics, President Yoon Suk Yeol issued a public apology on Saturday for his short-lived declaration of martial law, which had stirred significant public unrest and political backlash. Amid mounting pressure, Yoon openly pledged to bear any legal repercussions and announced that he would not seek martial law in the future. This declaration came just before a parliamentary session to review the motion for his impeachment. During his televised speech, President Yoon expressed his deep regret over the turmoil caused by his actions, acknowledging the … Read more

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Declares Martial Law Amid Tensions, Promises Strong Stance Against North Korea and Focus on U.S. Relations

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Seoul, South Korea — Since taking office in 2022, President Yoon Suk Yeol, a member of the conservative People Power Party, has steered South Korea with policies notably divergent from his predecessors. Yoon, a political newcomer prior to his election, secured his position by a narrow margin, outpacing his rival Lee Jae-myung from the Democratic Party by less than a percentage point. Before his venture into the political arena, Yoon spent 27 years as a prosecutor, a role that shaped his approach to leadership and policy-making. His election marked a significant shift in South Korea’s … Read more