South Korea lifts President Yoon’s martial law decree after lawmakers vote against it | World News
After a tense night of political drama, the South Korean Cabinet of ministers early Wednesday lifted the martial law decree announced hours before by President Yoon Suk Yeol. Police stand guard in front of the National Assembly in Seoul on December 4, 2024, after South Korea President Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergency martial law.(via REUTERS) Yoon imposed martial law late Tuesday, vowing to eliminate “anti-state” forces. He said that he was acting to protect the country from “threats” posed by North Korea. Follow LIVE updates. The shocking announcement – South Korea’s first declaration of martial law in more than 40 years – came as his party and the opposition bickered over the budget. “Through the declaration of martial law, I will rebuild and protect a free South Korea,” Yoon said in his address to the nation. A proclamation was also released after the address, banning all political activities and strikes. The National Assembly was sealed and helicopters were seen landing on the roof. Troops entered the building for a short time, while hundreds of protesters …