Martial law is the temporary suspension of many civil rights — including of the media — and the imposition of military rule and is typically called during times of war or civil unrest

President Yoon lifts draconian martial law as thousands of protesters hit streets of South Korea

By News on the Net -- New York Post——Bio and Archives--December 3, 2024

South Korea’s president lifted the draconian martial law he imposed on the nation hours earlier Tuesday — after the parliament dramatically voted to reverse the order as thousands of protesters hit the streets.

Embattled President Yoon Suk Yeol said he convened his cabinet to formally lift the extraordinary measure around 4:30 a.m. Wednesday local time in Seoul. ---More...

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