South Korean president faces crucial vote as own party turns against him
South Korean lawmakers prepare for historic impeachment vote against President Yoon over martial-law crisis. His own party leader joined opposition calling for removal from office
In a dramatic turn of events‚ South Korean parliament readies for a high-stakes impeachment vote targeting President Yoon Suk Yeol whose recent martial-law plans shook the nations political landscape
The opposition-led motion needs two-thirds support in parliament; however the odds shifted after Yoonʼs own party chief made an unexpected move. Speaking on dec 6th the ruling party leader declared the president unfit for office and suggested freezing his constitutional powers (a statement that sent shock-waves through Seoulʼs political circles)
Nation-wide street gatherings calling for Yoonʼs removal gained momentum as citizens expressed their dis-satisfaction with his leadership style; many carrying hand-made signs and organizing peaceful sit-ins across major cities. The demonstrations — which started small but grew larger each day — show no signs of slowing down
The political crisis stems from Yoonʼs short lived yet controversial attempt to declare martial-law: a decision that many viewed as over-stepping presidential authority. His party chief warned that without intervention the president might try similar heavy-handed measures again
- Opposition groups demand immediate action
- Ruling party members split on their position
- Constitutional court stands ready to review case
- Security forces maintain heightened alert
