It begins with South Korean President Yoon proclaiming martial law "to eradicate pro-North Korean forces and uphold constitutional order."
South Korea's Defense Ministry convenes a meeting of "key commanders." The army is placed in a state of emergency.
Following these events, South Korean opposition leader Lee Jae-myung asked citizens to gather in front of the National Assembly, defining the martial law declared by President Yoon Suk-yeol as "illegal". “We cannot allow the army to rule the country,” he said, declaring Yoon removed from his role as president.
South Korean Ground Forces Chief of Staff Park Ahn-soo was appointed commander after the proclamation of martial law.
Suspension of parliamentary activity and political parties. Political activity at the local level was also suspended.
Clashes against martial law begin outside the National Assembly. The protesters, who try to enter the building, are blocked by the police forces. Among the protest chants, shouts of “Down with martial law!” can be heard. The situation is becoming increasingly tense. Demonstrations against President Yoon Suk-yeol outside the National Assembly, with protesters now chanting “Arrest Yoon Suk Yeol!” The situation is tense, with growing calls for political accountability following the declaration of martial law and its controversial implications.
General Park announced that, as of 11 p.m., all media and publications are now under the control of the Martial Law Command. The decree also prohibits trade union activities and the spread of "fake news". Anyone who breaks these restrictions risks arrest without the need for a warrant.
After a few hours, the president of South Korea declared that he accepted parliament's decision to lift martial law. Martial law lifted in South Korea after executive convening.