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South Korean Defense Minister Kim Yong Hyun resigned this Wednesday following the controversial decision by the country’s President Yoon Seok-yeol to approve martial law, which was later lifted by parliament, for which he took “full responsibility for what happened.”

“As Minister of Defense, I feel responsible and apologize for the confusion and concern. provoked the population due to the imposition of martial law,” said Kim, who handed Yoon his resignation letter, South Korea’s Yonhap news agency reported.

own Kim was the first to suggest that the country’s president declare martial law. a measure that backfired on the president and prompted the opposition to propose his resignation.

“Military personnel who fulfilled their duties in connection with martial law “They were following orders from the ministry.” Before clarifying, he noted that the law has been repealed and at the moment “people are returning to normal life.”

“The ministry takes this situation very seriously. and will do everything possible to achieve stability and ensure that no problems arise in defense operations,” he said.

In this sense, he argued that The Army will “maintain its readiness and capabilities.” protect the safety of people and become more committed to solving our core missions.”

Yoon declared martial law in a surprise speech to the nation, in which accused the opposition of sympathizing with North Korea after he passed a budget measure in Parliament and presented impeachment motions against several high-ranking officials.

(Europe Press)