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Why Did South Korea President Yoon Order Martial Law, and What is He Accused Of?

3 January 2025 at 09:47
Mr. Yoon, a deeply unpopular leader, faces potential arrest after declaring martial law for the first time in decades. Here’s how the turmoil unfolded.

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Song Ji-eun, 29, celebrating in Seoul after President Yoon Suk Yeol was impeached on Dec. 14.

South Korean Officials Arrive at President Yoon’s Home, Seeking to Detain Him

3 January 2025 at 08:51
The authorities are seeking to detain President Yoon Suk Yeol for questioning over his declaration of martial law, which plunged the country into a political crisis.

© Chang W. Lee/The New York Times

Police officers guarding a street that leads to Mr. Yoon’s official residence in Seoul on Friday.
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