South Korea's Yoon names new defence minister after botched martial law

The Rio Times

Lean Right

Factuality

Ownership

New Defense Minister Appointed Amid South Korea's Political Turmoil

President Yoon Suk Yeol of South Korea declared martial law in a desperate bid to maintain power. This move backfired spectacularly, leading to widespread protests and a swift parliamentary rejection. Yoon’s approval ratings plummeted, with 73.6% of South Koreans now supporting his impeachment. In an attempt to salvage his presidency, Yoon appointed Choi Byung-hyuk as […]

Military.com

Center

Factuality

Ownership

Yoon Replaces the Defense Minister as South Korea's Parliament Moves to Vote on Their Impeachments

South Korea’s president replaced his defense minister as opposition parties moved to impeach both men over the stunning-but-brief imposition of martial law that brought armed troops into Seoul streets.

DNyuz

Lean Right

Factuality

Ownership

Can Martial Law Happen Here?

Well, that was dangerous — and absurd. On Tuesday, the president of South Korea, Yoon Suk Yeol, suddenly declared martial law. He suspended political activity in one of the world’s most advanced and prosperous democracies and attempted to place the media under government control. Seemingly confused and surprised troops struggled to contain a rebellious National Assembly, which voted immediately to end military rule, but not before a series of ch…

Live Mint

Center

Factuality

Ownership

South Korea martial law: Thousands protest in Seoul, calling for President Yoon Suk Yeol to resign

South Korea martial law: South Korea is in a political crisis after President Yoon Suk Yeol's brief declaration of martial law, which led to calls for impeachment and a candlelight vigil for his resignation.

Sueddeutsche Zeitung

Lean Left

Factuality

Ownership

The police are investigating South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol because he temporarily declared martial law. The defense minister is resigning; some see him as the man behind the 'controversial' decision.

Deutschlandfunk

Center

Factuality

Ownership

The South Korean police department has launched an investigation against President Yoon.