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K-pop hits become anthems of South Korea’s protests against President Yoon

When South Korea’s president, Yoon Suk Yeol, attempted to institute martial law in early December, the public responded with massive protests. These protests have continued across the country. On December 14, for example, an estimated 1 million people gathered outside the National Assembly in the capital, Seoul, as lawmakers convened…

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South Korea at a crossroads after president is impeached – here’s what will happen next

South Korea’s National Assembly passed an impeachment motion against President Yoon Suk-yeol on Saturday, December 14. The vote marks the third time a president has been impeached in the country’s constitutional history.

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Who is Kim Keon-hee, described as South Korea’s ‘Lady Macbeth’?

The country’s first lady has been accused of corruption and stock price manipulation in the past.

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Battle erupts over South Korean court that will determine the fate of impeached Yoon

South Korea’s acting leader has vowed to convey to the world that things are back to normal following parliament’s impeachment of conservative President Yoon Suk Yeol

The Independent UK

South Korean officials seek stability as Joe Biden says alliance ‘linchpin’ in region

Lee Jae-myung, the opposition leader, offers to work with the government of Han Duck-soo, the acting president after impeachment of Yoon Suk Yeol

The Guardian - AU

South Korean President Who Blasted Parliament as 'Den Of Criminals' Impeached After Brief Attempt To Impose Martial Law

The National Assembly voted 204-85 to impeach Yoon Suk Yeol for 'insurrectionary acts undermining the constitutional order'

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'I'm So Happy': Tears Of Joy, K-pop On Seoul Streets As Yoon Impeached

South Koreans wept and screamed with joy in freezing Seoul on Saturday as parliament voted to remove President Yoon Suk Yeol from office over his failed bid to impose martial law.

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South Korea’s Constitutional Court to rule on President Yoon's impeachment over martial law declaration

The ruling is expected to be made at 11am on April 4, with TV stations broadcasting the decision live

Evening Standard

South Korea National Assembly votes to impeach President Yoon Suk-yeol

Some members of Yoon’s own conservative People Power Party provided crucial votes backing the impeachment.

Al Jazeera

South Korea impeachment: jubilation in Seoul as president Yoon Suk Yeol impeached – as it happened

Seoul police said at least 200,000 people had massed outside parliament in support of removing the president

The Guardian - AU

South Korean Lawmakers To Vote On President's Impeachment

South Korean lawmakers set for crucial vote on impeachment motion against President Yoon Suk Yeol amid public protests and political tension.

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The Guardian - UK

Friday briefing: After a week of chaos, will South Korea impeach its president?

In today’s newsletter: With protesters taking to the streets and parliament set to vote on ending his presidency, what does Yoon’s failed declaration of martial law mean for his future – and that of the nation?

The Conversation

South Korea shook a presidential power grab – failure to impeach now risks damaging democracy

Days after announcing – and then rescinding – martial law in South Korea, President Yoon Suk Yeol’s future remains uncertain.

International Business Times

K-pop, Carols, Free Food At South Korea Impeachment Protests

Waving colourful glow sticks, singing parody songs and sporting elaborate outfits, demonstrators in Seoul this week calling for President Yoon Suk Yeol's departure have highlighted South Korea's unique and creative protest culture.

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South Korea opposition parties submit new motion to impeach President Yoon

President denies rebellion charges as police make new attempt to raid presidential office over failed martial law bid.

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The Independent UK

North Korea breaks silence on South Korean martial law crisis

Articles published in North Korean newspapers describe short-lived martial law as ‘insane act’

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South Korean police raid presidential office, ex-minister attempts suicide

Developments come as opposition party prepares to make second bid to impeach President Yoon Suk-yeol.

The Independent UK

South Korean parliament approves special counsel to investigate Yoon over martial law order

Protests demanding Yoon’s resignation continue as president clings to power amid turmoil

Radio France Internationale

Outgoing French government to present 'special' budget to avoid shutdown

The outgoing French government has prepared a "special" budget to keep the country running through the end of the year, after Prime Minister Michel Barnier lost a confidence vote in the National Assembly, which had rejected large parts of the proposed 2025 budget.

The Independent UK

South Korean prosecutors seek to arrest ex-defense minister over martial law

South Korean prosecutors are seeking to formally arrest the former defense minister alleged to have colluded with President Yoon Suk Yeol and others in imposing martial law last week

The Independent UK

Travel ban on South Korea’s Yoon amid investigation into his martial law decree

Yoon Suk Yeol still the commander-in-chief of South Korea‘s military, defence ministry says

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South Korean Special Forces Commander Apologizes For Parliament Incident

South Korea's special forces commander apologizes for ordering troops to storm National Assembly during martial law, sparking investigations and political ...

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