South Korean president agrees to lift martial law following parliamentary backlash

Yoon's declaration of martial law was met with widespread criticism, with many accusing him of trying to suppress the opposition and consolidate his power. The opposition leader, Lee Jae-myung, called on his supporters to gather at the National Assembly to pass a binding resolution to nullify the decree. The parliament, surrounded by protesters and police, ultimately voted against the decree. Despite the lifting of the martial law, Yoon has vowed to eliminate what he calls "anti-state" forces from parliament, which has sparked concerns about his intentions and the potential for further polarization in the country. The situation remains uncertain, and it is unclear how this will affect the country's politics in the long term.