South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol has withdrawn his martial law order following strong opposition from parliament members.
On Tuesday, his unexpected announcement faced a vote in which 190 out of 300 members opposed the decision.
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The news of the martial law sparked widespread protests in Seoul, with residents demanding the president’s resignation and even his arrest.
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Amid intense resistance from parliament, President Yoon stated that he is accepting the parliamentary decision to end martial law.
