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South Korea ends martial law after swift legislative vote

South Korea ends martial law hours after Yoon Suk Yeol’s declaration, sparking political backlash and protests from the opposition.

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10 months ago

December 4, 2024

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South Korea’s National Assembly voted 190 to 0 early Wednesday to end martial law, which had been declared just hours earlier by President Yoon Suk Yeol.

Yoon accused opposition parties of threatening the constitutional order, citing a rejected budget proposal and impeachment cases as reasons for his declaration. He stated that martial law aimed to eradicate pro-North Korean influences.

The immediate aftermath of the declaration saw lawmakers facing challenges to access the National Assembly, with armed guards in place.

The declaration restricted political activities and media control while demanding medical personnel return to work.

Lawmakers from both major parties, including Yoon’s People Power Party, opposed the martial law. The opposition Democratic Party, holding majority control, quickly called for an emergency meeting.

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Lee Jae-myung, leader of the Democratic Party, criticised Yoon’s decision, arguing that it lacked justification and risked military control over democracy. He urged citizens to rally in support of democratic processes.

As martial law took effect, financial markets reacted, leading to a decline in the South Korean won. Yoon’s approval ratings have significantly dropped amid political turmoil, with perceived failures to govern effectively.

Responses to the martial law declaration included backlash from within Yoon’s own party and concerns over democracy’s health in South Korea.

Analysts suggest Yoon must clarify his actions to avoid a perception of using martial law for domestic political disputes.

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Israel and Hamas agree to landmark hostage deal

Israel and Hamas agree to release hostages in U.S.-brokered deal, marking a potential turning point in Gaza conflict.

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9 hours ago

October 10, 2025

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Israel and Hamas agree to release hostages in U.S.-brokered deal, marking a potential turning point in Gaza conflict.

In a major diplomatic breakthrough, Israel and Hamas have agreed to release all remaining Israeli hostages under a U.S.-brokered framework. The deal pairs prisoner exchanges with an Israeli troop pullback and expanded aid access, marking a potential turning point in the two-year Gaza conflict.

The agreement, set for approval by Israel’s cabinet, could pave the way for lasting peace if both sides uphold the terms. It follows weeks of negotiations led by U.S. envoys and regional mediators in Egypt, Qatar, and Türkiye.

As international agencies prepare to facilitate aid and logistics, the world watches to see whether this fragile deal can hold and bring relief to millions affected by the war.

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Google leads Australia media tax rankings

Google leads in Australian media tax payments, unlike Netflix and others, igniting discussions on fairness and corporate responsibility.

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1 day ago

October 9, 2025

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Google leads in Australian media tax payments, unlike Netflix and others, igniting discussions on fairness and corporate responsibility.

Google is currently on the of top of Australian media tax payments, while Netflix, Dentsu, and Singtel pay nothing, sparking a fresh debate over fairness and corporate responsibility in the industry.

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