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South Korea reverses martial law

MPs block the president's plan.

After South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol imposed martial law in the country, MPs blocked the controversial move and the president then reversed the move. It鈥檚 expected to be officially lifted once ministers meet later today. We speak to an MP who took part in the vote to block the plan.

Also in the programme: the Taliban stops women in Afghanistan from accessing medical training; and Hollywood actress Sharon Stone recounts her experience of having a stroke.

(Photo: South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol delivers a speech to declare martial law in Seoul, South Korea, 3rd December 2024. Credit: Reuters)

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