South Korea Declares Martial Law Amid Political Tensions

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has declared emergency martial law, citing threats from pro-North Korean forces and the need to protect the country's constitutional order. This move has sparked protests outside the National Assembly and condemnation from opposition leaders, who deem it unconstitutional. The Biden administration is closely monitoring the situation. Martial law allows for arrests without warrants and restricts media and parliamentary activities. The declaration follows political tensions and scandals involving Yoon's administration.