In a shocking development late Tuesday night, martial law troops dramatically entered the National Assembly compound, marking an unprecedented moment of political tension in South Korea. President Yoon Suk Yeol’s declaration of emergency martial law has triggered a tense confrontation between military personnel and parliamentary defenders.
Witnesses reported intense scenes of conflict as troops attempted to breach the main parliamentary building.
Troops were seen scuffling with a large number of people trying to block their entry while more people including citizens and reporters were gathered outside the compound in a standoff with parliamentary guards and police.
Strategic military deployment
Around 11:46 p.m. Tuesday, three helicopters presumed to be carrying troops infiltrated the compound. Some eyewitnesses claimed to have observed armed soldiers disembarking, heightening the sense of dramatic tension.
The compound’s access was strictly controlled, with entry permitted only to:
- Lawmakers
- Parliamentary staff
- Accredited reporters
Following a rigorous ID verification process, troops began installing barricades outside the main parliamentary building, signaling a comprehensive security lockdown.
Ongoing developments
As the situation continues to evolve, crowds of citizens and reporters have gathered outside the compound, creating a charged atmosphere of political uncertainty and potential confrontation with parliamentary guards and police.
The unprecedented military intervention into the legislative heart of South Korea’s democracy suggests a critical moment in the nation’s political landscape, with implications that could reshape the country’s immediate political future.
This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.