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The South Korean government has placed an overseas travel ban on President Yoon Suk Yeol as he faces potential charges of rebellion for declaring martial law. Yoon’s declaration of martial law, accusing the opposition-controlled parliament of being sympathetic to North Korea, was quickly rejected by lawmakers. Despite attempts to impeach Yoon, the motion failed due to a lack of votes. Yoon appears to have been suspended from his duties by his party, the People Power Party (PPP), with calls for his resignation growing. Investigations are ongoing into Yoon’s actions, with Yoon being booked as a suspect on charges of treason. Some officials, including former defense minister Kim Yong-hyun, have been detained in connection with the martial law declaration.
The prime minister, Han Duck-soo, has expressed his apologies and responsibility for the crisis, emphasizing the need for government continuity and maintaining alliances with the U.S. and Japan. Opposition parties are calling for Yoon’s immediate removal from office and expressing dissatisfaction with the response from the PPP and the prime minister. Yoon has apologized for causing anxiety and inconvenience to the public but has not indicated any intention to resign. The Democratic Party is planning to reintroduce an impeachment motion and continue their efforts to hold Yoon accountable for his actions.
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