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Martial law, protests and a president tried for insurrection: How did South Korea get here?

February 18, 2026 at 11:05 PM
By BBC News - World
Martial law, protests and a president tried for insurrection: How did South Korea get here?
A court is due to deliver its verdict in the insurrection trial of Yoon Suk Yeol.

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A court is due to deliver its verdict in the insurrection trial of Yoon Suk Yeol. Martial law, protests and a president tried for insurrection: How did South Korea get here?. Stay informed with the latest developments and expert analysis on this important story.

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