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South Korean lawmakers impeach acting President Han Duck-soo

South Korea Prime Minister and acting President Han Duck-soo speaks in his address to the nation at the Government Complex in Seoul on December 26, 2024. [AFP]

South Korean lawmakers impeached the acting president on Friday, as the country struggles to shake off political turmoil sparked by his predecessor's martial law declaration that shocked the world.

Han Duck-soo took over as acting president from President Yoon Suk Yeol, who was suspended following a parliamentary vote over his move to impose martial law on December 3.

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