On December 15, 2023, the United States expressed its strong support for South Korea and its people after President Yoon Suk Yeol was impeached. This happened because he tried to declare martial law, which caused a big disagreement.
Matthew Miller, a spokesperson for the US Department of State, said that the friendship (or alliance) between the US and South Korea is very strong and that they have worked well together in recent years. He stated, “Our commitment to this alliance is unbreakable.” Miller also said the US is ready to work with the new acting president, Han Duck-soo, and continue to support South Korea’s democratic values.
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken also spoke about the situation. He highlighted that South Korea showed it can handle challenges democratically and peacefully. “We support the Korean people and our strong friendship,” Blinken stated.
The political situation in South Korea has been tough lately. President Yoon was impeached by the National Assembly after trying to impose martial law. The assembly voted 204 to 85 to remove him from office. Yoon will remain suspended while the country’s Constitutional Court reviews the situation. In the meantime, Prime Minister Han Duck-soo is stepping in as the acting president.
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