North Korea Denounces Yoon’s Martial Law Attempt As a ‘Fascist Coup’

North Korea has strongly condemned South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol’s failed attempt to impose martial law, likening the move to a military coup and accusing him of pursuing a “fascist dictatorship.”

Yoon made the surprising declaration last week, alleging that North Korea sympathizers were attempting to destabilize his government. His political future remains uncertain, as members of his own ruling party have so far resisted calls for impeachment.

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In an article published Wednesday on page six of the Rodong Sinmun, North Korea’s state newspaper, Yoon’s actions were described as an “insane act” comparable to the military coups of South Korea’s authoritarian past. The article criticized Yoon for “brazenly wielding the weapons of a fascist dictatorship against his own people.”

The piece further claimed that Yoon’s martial law declaration exposed the fragility of South Korean society, describing it as “an act of desperation” that could lead to the premature end of his political career. The article featured photos of protests in Seoul, with young demonstrators holding banners and K-pop light sticks.

Yoon’s abrupt imposition of martial law has thrown South Korea into political chaos. While he remains in office, he is under investigation for treason and prohibited from leaving the country. His authority is in question, with his role in state affairs significantly diminished.

Han Dong-hoon, leader of Yoon’s ruling People Power Party, announced that Yoon would no longer participate in government matters until plans for his early resignation are finalized. A detailed roadmap for his departure is expected by the end of the week.

Despite the defence ministry’s assertion that Yoon still retains command over the armed forces, the special warfare commander stated that his troops would refuse to follow any new martial law orders. Concerns have arisen that North Korea might exploit the situation, provoking Seoul during this period of instability.