The Contrast with South Korea Is Striking

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol stunned his nation — and the world — by declaring martial law in a surprise televised address, accusing the opposition-controlled parliament of cozying up to North Korea.

The response was incredible. Opposition lawmakers stormed parliament overnight — literally scaling walls and clashing with troops to get inside — ultimately voting 190-0 to overturn Yoon’s declaration as thousands protested in the streets.