04.12.2024 - 00:05 [ Politico.eu ]

South Korean president declares martial law in shock late-night address

(December 3, 2024 4:07 pm CET)

Right after Yoon’s announcement, Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun called for a meeting of key commanders and asked the military to stay on emergency guard, Korean news agency Yonhap reported.

Martial Law Commander Army General Park An-soo announced that all media would now be under military censorship and that political activities are banned.