A commander of South Korea’s special forces has issued a public apology for ordering his troops to storm the National Assembly last week after martial law was declared. Col. Kim Hyun-tae, commander of the 707 Special Task Force, expressed deep regret for placing his troops in what he described as “grave danger” during the chaotic events.
Kim admitted to reporters during a briefing that he had acted as an “incompetent and irresponsible commander” when he authorized the deployment of troops to the National Assembly. He detailed the orders he gave, including sealing the building, engaging in physical confrontations at the gates, breaking windows, and entering the premises.
