South Korean Lawmakers Impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol Following Controversial Martial Law Declaration

Seoul erupted in celebrations on Saturday as lawmakers voted to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol, following his highly controversial declaration of martial law earlier this month. The move had sparked widespread outrage, plunging South Korea into a constitutional crisis and prompting nationwide protests demanding his removal. The National Assembly’s decision marks a significant turning point in South Korean politics, as Yoon’s government faced mounting criticism over what many saw as an abuse of executive power. The martial law order, which granted the military expanded authority to maintain public order, was met with fierce resistance from opposition leaders, civil rights organizations, and citizens who feared a rollback of democratic freedoms. Following weeks of public outcry, legislators convened an emergency session to deliberate on impeachment proceedings. With a majority vote, the Assembly moved to strip Yoon of his presidential powers, transferring authority to an interim lead...