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

Credit: IndiaTimes- Published on December 12, 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...

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Published on December 13, 2024 -  01:06
South Korean President Yoon faces second impeachment vote over failed martial law
If Yoon is impeached, his powers will be suspended until the Constitutional Court decides whether to remove him from office and if he is removed, an election to replace him must be held within 60 days.

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