South Korea president declares emergency martial law

Yonhap, AP, and CNN reported his statement, with Yoon announcing the introduction of martial law in a televised address.

Yoon labeled the opposition’s actions as “clear anti-state behavior aimed at inciting rebellion.” He further claimed these acts have “paralyzed state affairs and turned the National Assembly into a den of criminals.”

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He described martial law as a necessary measure to eradicate these “shameless pro-North anti-state forces.”

“Through this martial law, I will rebuild and protect the free Republic of Korea, which is falling into the depths of national ruin,” Yoon said.

“I will eliminate anti-state forces as quickly as possible and normalize the country,” he said, while asking the people to believe in him and tolerate “some inconveniences.”

• Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov visited South Korea on November 27, where he spoke about North Korean troops participating in combat on Russia's side.