South Korean Ruling Party Urges President Yoon's Suspension Amid Martial Law Concerns

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South Korea's ruling party leader, Han Dong-hun, has called for President Yoon Suk Yeol's resignation over his attempt to impose martial law, citing a significant risk to the country. Han's reversal from supporting Yoon to advocating for his impeachment has increased the likelihood of Yoon's suspension, as opposition parties and some ruling party members are expected to vote for impeachment. Prosecutors are also investigating rebellion charges against Yoon. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has expressed confidence in South Korea's democratic resilience.
- South Korea: Ruling party calls for president's suspension DW (English)
- Yoon should not remain as South Korean president, his party leader says NBC News
- South Korea’s Lawmakers Question Military About Yoon’s Martial Law Order The New York Times
- South Korea’s Warning for Washington The Atlantic
- South Korean President Could Declare Martial Law Again, Says Ruling Party Leader The Wall Street Journal
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