South Korean Opposition Move To Impeach President After Martial Law Bid: Updates

Wed Dec 04 09:34:00 UTC 2024: ## South Korean President Backtracks on Martial Law After Lawmaker Defiance

**SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA** – South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has withdrawn his controversial declaration of martial law after facing widespread opposition from the National Assembly and mass protests. The President’s attempt, which lasted only a short time, was met with immediate and unified resistance.

In a midnight session, the National Assembly unanimously voted against the imposition of martial law. This decisive rejection prompted President Yoon to reverse course, announcing the lifting of martial law in a televised address. He stated that the government would comply with the National Assembly’s decision and revoke the decree through a Cabinet meeting.

Thousands of protesters took to the streets to demonstrate their opposition to the President’s actions prior to the Assembly’s vote, adding pressure on the government. The swift reversal highlights the powerful checks and balances within South Korea’s political system and the strong public resistance to the President’s attempt to assume emergency powers. Further details regarding the reasons behind the initial declaration of martial law are awaited.