South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law accusing the main opposition party of being sympathetic to North Korea. Opposition leaders called the move unconstitutional and promised to fight back. Yoon cited the need to protect the country from North Korean threats and anti-state forces disrupting constitutional order. The opposition Democratic Party, having the majority in parliament, plans to nullify the declaration. Yoon’s action, the first martial law declaration in over 40 years, is a response to a political battle over a budget bill. The U.S., a key ally of South Korea, has not yet responded to the situation. South Korea has evolved into a democracy and economic powerhouse over the years, hosting a large U.S. military presence to deter North Korean threats. With approximately 28,000 troops stationed in South Korea, the U.S. maintains mutual defense agreements with the country. Former President Trump had demanded increased funding for these agreements during his term. The impact of Yoon’s declaration on the country’s operations and economy remains uncertain, as the situation continues to unfold.
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Martial law declared by South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol
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