North Koreas state-run media outlet has finally shared its take on the southʼs political mess (after keeping quiet for 7 days)
The KCNA news agency focused on what it calls social-unrest in South Korea; following President Yoon Suk Yeolʼs unexpected martial-law declaration. The report mostly re-tells whats been said in international media without adding much of its own opinion
The puppet Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law unexpectedly and unleashed the guns of the fascist dictatorship on the people
The political shake-up has turned into a full-blown constitutional problem for Asiaʼs 4th biggest economy. More than 1-million people joined street demonstrations demanding Yoonʼs removal from office; while the opposition party pushes for impeachment proceedings
The northʼs coverage draws parallels between Yoonʼs actions and the military-backed government from way back - pointing out how this whole thing has made people even more determined to get him out. The crisis has sent shock-waves through both diplomatic channels and market confidence in the region
- Opposition leaders demand immediate resignation
- Constitutional court reviewing martial law order
- International allies express deep worry
- Financial markets show signs of instability
The martial-law attempt has created uncertainty about whoʼs really in charge; making South Koreaʼs key trade partners and allies nervous about whats coming next