South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol is in deep trouble after suggesting a martial law decree that led to widespread protests across the country. Senior police officer Lee Ho-young reported that police arrived about six hours after Yoon's announcement, raising concerns over security and state secrets. Some experts believe the presidential security service will block any attempts to search Yoon’s office due to laws protecting sensitive information.

In response to the backlash, Yoon apologized for his actions, stating he would accept responsibility and let his party handle the political fallout. The leader of Yoon's ruling party even suggested finding a way for the president to step down while still managing government affairs, a proposal that many have criticized as unrealistic and unconstitutional.

The Justice Ministry has since barred Yoon from leaving the country as investigations continue into his actions. Despite the chaos, Vice Defense Minister Kim Seon Ho insisted that Yoon is still in charge of the military. However, Yoon has not participated in any major activities since lifting martial law, aside from accepting resignations from officials involved in the situation.

North Korean state media referred to Yoon as a "traitor," reporting on the protests in South Korea. Experts believe North Korea is paying close attention to these events, as protests in other countries could influence its own citizens, who have no access to outside news.

Yoon’s martial law announcement aimed to target political rivals in the Democratic Party, who have consistently opposed him since he took office in 2022. Critics argue that his decree is unconstitutional, as a president can only declare martial law during wartime or emergencies. Blocking the National Assembly with troops is seen as a possible act of rebellion.