Martial law has been lifted in South Korea, but political chaos continues.

Six hours after the declaration of martial law, which was announced by South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol on the grounds that the opposition was engaged in anti-state activities for the first time in over 50 years, the decision was revoked. Following the decision, political chaos continues in the country. Yoon also faced backlash from his own party. PPP Chairman Han Dong-hoon described the martial law decision as "tragic," stating, "As the ruling party, we are very sorry in front of the people." Han, who said, "President Yoon must explain this tragic situation directly and thoroughly," added, "The defense minister who recommended the martial law should be immediately dismissed, and all responsible parties must be held accountable."

"HE MUST RESIGN IMMEDIATELY"

In a statement from the opposition DP, a strong reaction was expressed against Yoon's declaration of martial law, stating that "if he does not resign immediately, impeachment proceedings will be initiated against Yoon." The statement emphasized, "We will not stand by while President Yoon destroys the Constitution and tramples on democracy," and called for "President Yoon to voluntarily resign immediately."

US PLEASED WITH THE REVERSAL OF MARTIAL LAW

The US administration expressed its satisfaction with the National Assembly's steps against President Yoon Suk Yeol's declaration of martial law in South Korea and Yoon's decision to end the martial law. A spokesperson for the White House National Security Council, who made a written statement, announced their pleasure at the end of the crisis that occurred in South Korea yesterday.

The US spokesperson stated, "We were pleased that President Yoon reversed the process related to the declaration of martial law and respected the National Assembly's decision to end it. Democracy is at the core of the US-South Korea alliance; we will continue to monitor the situation in the region."

MARTIAL LAW HAD BEEN DECLARED

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol had announced the declaration of martial law, claiming that the opposition was engaged in anti-state activities. South Korean Army Commander Park An-su was appointed as the martial law commander, and the activities of the National Assembly and political parties were banned. However, a decision was made to lift the martial law during an emergency meeting held in the National Assembly. After the cabinet approved the National Assembly's decision to lift the martial law, Yoon stated, "A request came from the National Assembly to lift the martial law, and I withdrew the troops that had been mobilized to implement the martial law." The martial law declared by Yoon ended approximately six hours later.