Seoul: South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol issued a formal apology on Saturday after public backlash over his recent declaration of martial law. In a televised address, he assured citizens that there would be no recurrence of such a declaration, emphasizing his administration’s commitment to democratic governance and the rule of law.
The apology followed mounting criticism from political opponents and civic groups, who raised alarms over the implications of invoking martial law in a country with a history of military rule. Critics have called for greater transparency from the administration to ensure that democratic values remain safeguarded.
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Yoon’s address marks an effort to rebuild public trust amid escalating tensions and calls for clarification regarding the circumstances that led to his initial statement.
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