South Korean President Faces Calls for Resignation After Martial Law Reversal

Yoon Suk-yeol’s overnight declaration of martial law, quickly overturned by lawmakers, has intensified political turmoil and impeachment efforts.

President Yoon Suk-yeol declared martial law late Tuesday, citing government 'paralysis' and threats from North Korea, but lawmakers swiftly voted to overturn the order.
The martial law decree, South Korea's first since 1980, was reversed within hours, with the military withdrawing by early Wednesday morning.
Opposition lawmakers have filed an impeachment motion against Yoon, arguing his actions violated the constitution, while some members of his own party have called for his expulsion.
Protests have erupted nationwide, with labor unions calling for strikes until Yoon resigns, drawing comparisons to the mass demonstrations that led to former President Park Geun-hye’s removal in 2017.
Yoon’s presidency has been marred by corruption allegations, low approval ratings, and escalating tensions with the opposition, raising questions about his ability to remain in office.