As it happened: Thousands march demanding South Korea's President Yoon resign over martial law move

Protesters taking part in a march against South Korea President Yoon Suk Yeol head toward the Presidential Office in Seoul on Dec 4, 2024. (Photo: AFP/Yonhap/STR)
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It has been more than 24 hours of political chaos and confusion in South Korea after President Yoon Suk Yeol’s botched attempt at imposing martial law.
South Korea's parliament has formally introduced a motion to impeach the 63-year-old, setting the stage for a historic vote which could oust the embattled president.
Thousands also marched in Seoul on Wednesday (Dec 4) demanding that he step down.
Here’s how the events unfolded: