The Latest Breaking News from South Korea

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

The Guardian - AU · Dec 3, 2024

South Korean President To Lift Martial Law Order

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol lifts martial law order in response to public concerns and parliamentary vote, emphasizing democratic values.

Top News · Dec 3, 2024

Who is Yoon Suk Yeol and his wife Kim Keon-hee? Former president avoids death penalty but faces life in prison

The impeached president narrowly avoided the death penalty after declaring martial law in a high-profile case that’s dominated South Korean politics

Evening Standard · Dec 3, 2024

US Supports Peaceful Resolution In South Korea

US closely monitors South Korea's situation, emphasizing peaceful resolution and democratic principles.

Top News · Dec 3, 2024

S. Korea's President Yoon, Embattled Conservative

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, who declared martial law on Tuesday, was elected in 2022 as a conservative political novice promising a tougher line on North Korea.

International Business Times · Dec 3, 2024

What We Know About South Korea's Martial Law

South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol on Tuesday declared martial law, blasting the opposition as "anti-state forces" threatening the country's democracy.

International Business Times · Dec 3, 2024

US Stocks Pause, South Korea ETFs Fall On Political Turmoil, Oil Prices Rise Above $70: What's Driving Markets Tuesday?

U.S. stocks paused for a breather Tuesday, with major equity indices hovering near the flatline as investors digested global developments, including China’s ban on key raw material exports to the U.S.

Benzinga · Dec 3, 2024

Rep. Andy Kim finds ‘shell shock’ among South Korean contacts over martial law - Roll Call

Rep. Andy Kim, who is moving to the Senate next year, spent Tuesday reaching out to South Korean contacts on martial law declaration.

Roll Call · Dec 3, 2024

South Korea's President Declares Martial Law Amid Political Chaos

President Yoon's martial law declaration in South Korea sparks concerns about North Korea's response and political chaos.

Top News · Dec 3, 2024

US Expresses Grave Concern Over South Korea Martial Law

The US closely monitors South Korea's martial law declaration, expressing concern and reaffirming alliance.

Top News · Dec 3, 2024