South Korea Lifts Martial Law After Parliament Vote

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has lifted martial law after facing unanimous opposition from the National Assembly, which viewed his initial declaration as an unconstitutional move against democracy. Yoon imposed martial law late Tuesday, citing threats from pro-North Korean forces, but following a parliamentary resolution demanding its repeal, he announced that military troops would withdraw and the order would be rescinded. The decision to lift martial law was made after a Cabinet meeting, which was convened promptly after the Assembly's call for action. Yoon's administration faced significant backlash, with critics labeling the martial law declaration as a potential coup d'état. The U.S. expressed concern over the situation, urging for a peaceful resolution to the political disputes. This incident marks a critical moment in South Korea's democratic history, reminiscent of challenges faced in past decades.