South Korea Opposition Accuses Ruling Party of Coup

South Korea is embroiled in a political crisis as opposition leaders accuse President Yoon Suk Yeol's supporters of executing a 'second coup' by obstructing impeachment efforts following Yoon's brief martial law declaration. The ruling People Power Party (PPP) has boycotted impeachment votes, claiming Yoon has delegated his executive powers to the prime minister and party leader, a move challenged by constitutional scholars as unconstitutional. Investigations into potential insurrection charges have begun, targeting Yoon and his close officials, with significant actions taken, including detaining the former defense minister and imposing travel bans on key figures. Critics, including Democratic Party floor leader Park Chan-dae, describe the arrangement as a blatant violation of constitutional law, emphasizing that Yoon remains commander-in-chief. Yoon has pledged not to impose martial law again, yet the opposition has vowed to continue pursuing his impeachment. Amid the chaos, the Ministry of National Defence confirmed that Yoon retains authority over military matters, raising concerns about national security amid ongoing tensions with North Korea.