“South Korea on Edge: President’s Martial Law Bid Blocked by Parliament – What’s Next for the Nation?”
He has also been dismissing calls for independent investigations into scandals that involve his wife and top officials, which has drawn disapproval from his political rivals.
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The opposition has been attempting to impeach three top prosecutors, including the chief of the Seoul Central District Prosecutors’ Office, where conservatives have called a vendetta against their criminal investigations of Lee — a favorite in the 2027 presidential election, according to opinion polls.
Local news outlets reported military presence at the parliament
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Helicopters were seen flying above in Seoul as police guards stood in front of the National Assembly. Additionally, Yonhap News Agency reported the entrance to the parliament building had been blocked.
“Tanks, armoured personnel carriers and soldiers with guns and knives will rule the country,” Lee said in a livestream.
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PRESIDENT YOON DECLARES MARTIAL LAW IN SOUTH KOREA.
NOT A SOUL OUT IN THE STREETS OF CENTRAL SEOUL AND ITS ONLY 11PM.
BRUH…. pic.twitter.com/jDDkgYRtna
— johncho {&} 🟢⚪️⚫️ k/acc (@Iam_JohnCho) December 3, 2024
“The economy of the Republic of Korea will collapse irretrievably. My fellow citizens, please come to the National Assembly.”
A White House spokesperson has added that the Biden administration is in contact with the South Korean government and will continue to monitor the situation closely.
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