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South Korea Stocks Drop, Won Stable As Asian Markets Fluctuate

Equities extended losses in Seoul on Thursday, while the won stabilised as South Korea entered a period of uncertainty with President Yoon Suk Yeol clinging to power after his brief imposition of martial law this week.

International Business Times

South Korea’s president faces impeachment over martial law chaos as defence minister offers to resign

The vote to impeach Yoon Suk Yeol could take place as soon as Friday following the shock bid to impose martial law

The Independent UK

South Korea’s long history of martial law – and impeachments

Calls to impeach President Yoon grow after he was forced to reverse his decision to impose martial law in South Korea.

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Protesters In Seoul Demand President Yoon's Resignation After Martial Law

Protesters in Seoul demand accountability from President Yoon Suk Yeol after failed martial law attempt.

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‘Democracy isn’t supposed to work like this’: disbelief in Seoul in wake of martial law upheaval

Defiant citizens come out in the South Korean capital to voice anger and dismay over actions of President Yoon and demand his resignation

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South Korea's Day Of Rage As Yoon's Martial Law Founders

South Koreans took to the streets Wednesday for a day of rage laser-focused on President Yoon Seok Yeol, whose failed attempt at imposing martial law sparked anger and dismay in the vibrant democracy.

International Business Times

Who is Yoon Suk Yeol, the impeached South Korean president who declared martial law?

President has thrown his country into political turmoil by briefly declaring martial law

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South Korean president’s martial law decree sparks international concern: ‘Seriously concerned’

Foreign nations react as calls grow for president’s resignation and impeachment

The Independent UK

Tourists unfazed as South Korea hit by sudden martial law turmoil

Tourists carried on as usual as they received worried texts from home

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Seoul Vigil: Citizens Gather In Protest Against Martial Law

Protests in Seoul against martial law declaration, emphasizing democratic values and civic engagement.

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In pictures: South Korea’s history of military coups and martial law as president Yoon faces impeachment calls

It was last imposed in 1979 by Prime Minister Choi Kyu-hah after the assassination of President Park Chung-hee, a military dictator who had seized power in a 1961 coup

The Independent UK

What to know about South Korea and its short-lived but chaotic declaration of martial law

South Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol is facing parliamentary moves to impeach him after he sent heavily armed forces into Seoul’s streets with his baffling and sudden declaration of martial law that harkened to past dictatorships

The Independent UK

Shock martial law edict in South Korea follows chaotic recent history: A look at the crucial context

It may seem that the wild predawn scenes in Seoul, with hundreds of armed troops and frantic lawmakers storming South Korea's parliament building after the president suddenly declared martial law, came out of nowhere

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US Embassy In Seoul Issues Caution Amid South Korean Protests

US embassy in Seoul issues cautionary advisory for Americans in South Korea following political unrest.

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The Independent UK

South Korean lawmakers call to impeach president as ‘cabinet poised to resign’

Yoon Suk Yeol told to resign or face impeachment following imposition and reversal of martial law

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China's Embassy Urges Vigilance For Nationals In South Korea

China's embassy in Seoul advises Chinese nationals in South Korea to remain vigilant and take precautions due to recent unrest.

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South Korean Workers Demand President Yoon's Resignation

KCTU workers in Seoul protest demanding President Yoon's resignation, reflecting discontent with the administration.

International Business Times

Seoul Stocks Sink Amid S. Korea Drama As Asian Markets Struggle

South Korean stocks sank more than two percent Wednesday while the won rebounded from earlier losses after President Yoon Suk Yeol dramatically declared martial law overnight before reversing the decision hours later.

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Morning Mail: protests as South Korean president declares martial law, $130m for rich private schools, Trump 2.0 in charts

Shock move prompts huge pro-democracy protest on the streets of Seoul; data reveals generous taxpayer funding while public schools are still underfunded

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US Embassy Monitoring President Yoon's Martial Law Declaration In Seoul

US Embassy and State Department monitoring President Yoon's martial law declaration in South Korea, urging vigilance and staying informed.

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South Korean Lawmakers Block President's Martial Law Decree, Troops Withdraw From National Assembly

Lawmakers in Seoul block president's martial law decree, troops withdraw after unanimous vote. Uncertain outcome as president's response is awaited.

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South Korean Parliament Clashes With Authorities Over Martial Law

Tensions escalate in South Korea as lawmakers clash over martial law at the National Assembly in Seoul.

The Independent UK

Russian defence minister makes unannounced visit to North Korea to deepen military ties

Andrey Belousov lands in Pyongyang after Ukrainian defence minister meets South Korean president in Seoul

The Independent UK

Five dead and flights cancelled as Seoul battered by heavy snowfall for second day

South Korea’s capital is facing unprecedented snowfall for the month of November, causing widespread chaos

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At least three dead as South Korea battles heavy snow

Record snowfall in and around Seoul creates travel headache, with flights and ferries cancelled.

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