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'Will fight until last minute': South Korean president Yoon defends martial law

IndiaTimes Thursday, 12 December 2024
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol defended his declaration of martial law, apologized for the deployment of troops, and vowed to fight "until the very last minute." He faces an impeachment motion and a criminal investigation following the dramatic events, which included the arrests of the former defense minister and police chief.
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