South Korea Faces Political Turmoil Amid Martial Law Controversy
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South Korean prosecutors have detained former Defense Minister Kim Yong Hyun for his role in recommending martial law to President Yoon Suk Yeol, marking the first detention in the case. This follows President Yoon's avoidance of an impeachment vote, which was boycotted by ruling party lawmakers. The martial law, which involved military deployment around the National Assembly, was overturned by parliament, leading to political chaos and calls for Yoon's ouster. The opposition accuses Yoon and others of unconstitutional actions, while Yoon has apologized and accepted resignations from implicated officials.
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