South Korea's Political Turmoil Sparks Global Attention

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, citing threats from North Korea and accusing opposition forces of destabilizing the country. This led to widespread protests and a tense standoff at the National Assembly, where lawmakers, aided by public support, convened to vote against the martial law. The vote passed unanimously, forcing Yoon to retract his declaration and withdraw military forces.