Subject: South Korea declares emergency martial law

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South Korea's president declares emergency martial law, saying move necessary to protect country from North's "communist forces." Caution and low profile urged.



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  • South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol said the measure was necessary due to the actions of the country's opposition, which he accused of controlling parliament, sympathizing with North Korea and paralyzing the government.

  • Yoon’s conservative People Power Party has been locked in a budget dispute with the liberal opposition Democratic Party.

  • American citizens should exercise caution, avoid large crowds and maintain a low profile.

  • A US Embassy security alert is forthcoming.



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