What on Earth is Happening In South Korea?

In a shocking turn of events, martial law was declared late at night by the president of South Korea, giving him extraordinary powers. Then after protests and an act of parliament, the order was reversed seven hours later. To try to understand what is happening with this key U.S. ally and trading partner, we hear from NPR's correspondent in Seoul.

Dec 4, 2024 - 05:30
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What on Earth is Happening In South Korea?
South Korean soldiers try get into the national assembly on December 4, 2024 in Seoul, South Korea. Yoon Suk Yeol announced he was taking the step, which enacts temporary rule by the military, during a televised speech on Tuesday, saying it was critical for defending the country

In a shocking turn of events, martial law was declared late at night by the president of South Korea, giving him extraordinary powers. Then after protests and an act of parliament, the order was reversed seven hours later. To try to understand what is happening with this key U.S. ally and trading partner, we hear from NPR's correspondent in Seoul.

(Image credit: Chung Sung-Jun)

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