South Korea arrests its ex-defense minister over martial law efforts

Former South Korean Defense Minister Kim Yong Hyun was arrested for his role in imposing martial law alongside President Yoon Suk Yeol, leading to investigations and impeachment attempts. Kim recommended martial law to Yoon and sent troops to block lawmakers from voting on it, resulting in its rejection. The opposition-controlled parliament appointed a special counsel to investigate Yoon and military officials involved in the incident.

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