South Korean President Reverses Martial Law Amid Political Turmoil
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South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol announced he would lift martial law just hours after imposing it, following a unanimous vote by lawmakers to invalidate the decree. The martial law declaration, which had banned political activities and protests, sparked significant public outcry and protests outside the National Assembly. The Korean Confederation of Trade Unions has called for an indefinite general strike demanding Yoon's resignation. The situation has been closely monitored by international observers, including the US and UK governments.
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