South Korea's parliament votes to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol

South Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol was impeached by parliament for attempting to impose martial law. The vote passed 204 to 85, with ruling party lawmakers joining the opposition. Huge crowds of protesters celebrated the impeachment. Yoon’s presidential duties were suspended, and the Constitutional Court has 180 days to rule on the impeachment. If upheld, a new presidential election must be held in 60 days. Yoon expressed gratitude for the support and vowed to continue working for the nation. Opposition leader Lee Jae-myung called the impeachment a victory for the people.

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