Protesters gathered outside the National Assembly in Seoul on Thursday, chanting slogans calling on South Korea's president to resign and for the ruling party to impeach him.
Protests in South Korea escalated into violent clashes outside the Seoul court after the detention of impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol was extended for up to 20 days. Thousands gathered to demand his release, with nearly 60 protesters arrested by security forces. The protests turned chaotic, with buildings damaged and windows smashed as supporters stormed the area. This unrest highlights the intensity of the political crisis following Yoon’s declaration of martial law, which sparked a nationwide controversy. Watch the full video for exclusive footage of the protests and violent confrontations.
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Dozens of anti-corruption agency investigators and assisting police officers attempted to detain the impeached president on Friday but retreated from his residence in Seoul after a tense five-hour standoff with the presidential security service.
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In the heart of Seoul, thousands of South Koreans gathered in the snow to protest for and against the arrest of impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol. With his arrest warrant expiring soon, the country faces a high-stakes political crisis. Yoon's attempt to declare martial law in December 2023 triggered political chaos, making him the first sitting president to face potential arrest. Protests, clashes with police, and divided opinions showcase the nation's deep political divide. Watch the video to understand the magnitude of this political standoff and what comes next for South Korea.
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While crowds of protesters gathered to demand Yoon's arrest on Saturday, another demonstration was held by around 1,000 supporters of the impeached president in front of his residence in Seoul.
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Investigators withdrew from Yoon Suk Yeol's residence after the South Korean presidential security service blocked their attempt to arrest him during a six-hour standoff.
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Shocking footage reveals South Korean troops storming the National Assembly in Seoul during President Yoon Suk Yeol's short-lived attempt to impose martial law. The dramatic scenes unfold as security cameras capture military helicopters arriving overnight and soldiers attempting to enter the parliament building. The incident unfolded after Yoon’s controversial decision to impose martial law, aimed at addressing political opposition. The move, which sparked chaos in the legislature, was swiftly rejected by parliamentarians. Tensions escalated further as lawmakers clashed over the president’s authority, and protests erupted outside the building. Watch as South Korea’s political crisis intensifies in this unprecedented moment of military intervention.
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