South Korea's president apologises for martial law ahead of impeachment vote
South Korea’s President Yoon Suk-yeol has apologised to the nation ahead of a planned impeachment vote and vowed to face all legal consequences after attempting to impose martial law earlier this week.
South Korea's opposition leader, Lee Jae-myung, will push for another impeachment vote against President Yoon Suk-yeol. Protests grow as critics denounce Yoon's martial law declaration.
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South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has successfully fended off his first impeachment attempt despite widespread protests in the parliament. The opposition-led motion, which stemmed from his controversial martial law declaration, fell short of the required votes in the National Assembly. In this video, we break down how Yoon’s governing party, the People Power Party (PPP), played a crucial role in blocking the motion and what this means for the ongoing political turmoil in South Korea. With protests escalating and public sentiment divided, what comes next for President Yoon?
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In a dramatic turn of events, South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol publicly apologizes for his controversial attempt to impose martial law, acknowledging the severity of the situation. The crisis deepens as the President admits to actions that many see as a self-coup, resulting in widespread violence. As tensions rise, the public remains divided, with some refusing to forgive the President for his actions. This is a turning point in South Korea’s political landscape, with questions about democracy, accountability, and the future of the nation.
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