December 3, 2024

7:30 PM (IST)
President Yoon Suk Yeol makes an unexpected late-night televised address, declaring martial law. He justifies the move by alleging that ?anti-state forces? were ?plotting rebellion? and that emergency measures were essential to preserve national security.

8:00 PM (IST)
The declaration sends shockwaves through South Korea and the international community. Political activities gain momentum as the opposition calls for an emergency parliamentary session. Leaders from both ruling and opposition parties urge lawmakers to convene at the National Assembly to revoke martial law.

8:20 PM (IST)
Martial law officially comes into effect, marking a significant escalation of tensions.

9:30 PM (IST)
As lawmakers gather at the National Assembly, their number exceeds the quorum of 150, paving the way for parliamentary action. The main chamber is barricaded from the inside as military helicopters land on the premises, deploying special forces.

10:00 PM (IST)
Armed soldiers attempt to storm the assembly building, leading to clashes with lawmakers, aides, and staff.

10:10 PM (IST)
Some troops manage to breach the main assembly building, raising the stakes in the political standoff.

10:20 PM (IST)
The plenary session of the parliament begins amidst high tension.

11:00 PM (IST)
In a historic decision, lawmakers pass a motion to revoke the martial law. The Speaker of the Assembly declares the martial law invalid, marking a critical turning point.

11:10 PM (IST)
Soldiers begin withdrawing from the parliamentary premises.