South Korean President Faces Impeachment Amid Martial Law Controversy

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South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol apologized for declaring martial law, which caused public anxiety, and promised not to attempt it again. This comes ahead of a parliamentary vote on his impeachment, driven by opposition claims of a self-coup. The impeachment requires a two-thirds majority, with opposition parties needing additional support from Yoon's party. The political turmoil has alarmed international allies, and several military officials have been suspended amid allegations of plans to detain key politicians during the martial law period.
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