South Korea… demonstrations, martial law and the closing of the parliament building

Local television channels broadcast live images of helicopters landing on the building’s roof, in an unprecedented move that coincided with strong statements ion.

In a televised press briefing, Yun emphasized his intention to “eliminate pro-North Korean forces and protect the constitutional democratic system,” without clarifying how these measures would affect the stability of governance and democracy in the country. South Korea.

Seoul immediately witnessed demonstrations in front of the parliament seat, in protest against the president’s actions.

The announcement comes as Jun has seen his government’s popularity decline as it struggles to push its policy agenda through parliament, which it controls. The opposition From taking office in 2022.

The ruling People’s Power party reached an impasse with the opposition Democratic Party over the draft law on the budget for the coming year.

Tensions rose after Yoon rejected calls for an independent investigation into scandals involving his wife and senior officials in his government, prompting sharp criticism from his political opponents.

Such events raise questions about the future of Yoon’s rule and the stability of the political situation in South Korea.