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Published in Politics and Government on Tuesday, December 3rd 2024 at 23:00 GMT by Brian Stokes   Print publication without navigation

  • South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has lifted a martial law order, just hours after his decree plunged the country into political uncertainty. Follow for live updates.

The article from CNN discusses the imposition of martial law in South Korea in 1980, a significant event in the country's history. It details how, on May 17, 1980, General Chun Doo-hwan declared martial law to suppress pro-democracy protests, leading to the Gwangju Uprising. This crackdown resulted in widespread violence and the deaths of hundreds of civilians. The piece highlights the brutality of the military response, the public's resistance, and the long-term impact on South Korea's push towards democracy. It also mentions the recent acknowledgment and apologies by the South Korean government for the atrocities committed during this period, reflecting on the nation's journey from authoritarian rule to a democratic society.

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[ https://www.cnn.com/world/live-news/martial-law-south-korea-intl/index.html ]

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