South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law following escalating tensions and violent protests related to proposed reforms. The unprecedented move temporarily allowed the military to assume control of security, which prompted widespread concern over the implications for civil liberties and democracy in the country.
Source: Reuters
South Korea Declared Martial Law Amid Rising Tensions
Published: October 30, 2025
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