Clashes broke out in Seoul (video) — World
According to media reports, the South Korean parliament still voted to end martial law.
South Korean President Yoon Seok-yeol declared martial law on Tuesday, vowing to eliminate “anti-state forces”. In response, clashes between the military and protesters began in the country's capital, Seoul.
This unexpected move recalled an era of authoritarian leaders the country had not seen since the 1980s, and was immediately condemned by the opposition, writes AR.
According to a report by the South Korean news agency Yonhap, after Yoon's statement, the South Korean military announced the suspension of parliament and other political gatherings.
The South Korean army has been put on alert, military equipment is visible on the streets of Seoul, and helicopters are circling in the sky. Television footage shows policemen blocking the entrance to the parliament…
