The main opposition party in South Korea is calling for President Yoon Suk Yeol to resign immediately or face impeachment after he recently imposed martial law in response to opposition in the parliament. The liberal Democratic Party, which holds a majority in the parliament, criticized Yoon’s declaration as unconstitutional and a violation of the constitution, leading to calls for his resignation. Impeaching Yoon would require support from two-thirds of the parliament, and although the opposition parties have 192 seats, the rejection of Yoon’s martial law by the parliament included votes from 18 lawmakers from Yoon’s ruling party. The martial law was lifted after a short duration, and concerns have been raised about the violation of democratic norms.
The White House expressed serious concerns about the events in Seoul, and experts have pointed out that Yoon’s actions represent a backslide in democracy for South Korea. Yoon’s decision to impose martial law has sparked tensions and raised questions about the state of democracy in the country. The situation has garnered international attention, with the U.S. government monitoring the developments closely. As the political crisis continues, the fate of President Yoon remains uncertain, with calls for his resignation or impeachment intensifying.
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