South Korea's Opposition Wins Decisive Midterm Victory, Shaking President Yoon's Administration

The Democratic Party secures a significant majority in the National Assembly, challenging President Yoon Suk Yeol's legislative agenda.

South Korea's liberal opposition, led by the Democratic Party, won a substantial majority in the recent parliamentary elections, signaling a major shift in the country's political landscape.
President Yoon Suk Yeol faces a weakened position as his party, the People Power Party, secured only about 100 seats, limiting his ability to govern effectively.
Prime Minister Han Duck-soo and top presidential officials have offered to resign in response to the electoral defeat, indicating a significant reshuffle in the government.
The election results have deepened the political deadlock, with the opposition likely to obstruct Yoon's domestic policies while he may focus more on foreign policy initiatives.
Voter turnout was the highest ever for a parliamentary election in South Korea, reflecting widespread public engagement amid economic and political discontent.