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South Korea announces 3-day lockdown starting March 21 amid rising infection rates
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The Korean government has declared a mandatory three-day nationwide lock down beginning Monday, Mar 20th at midnight (local time), as the country faces surging COVID-19 cases that have overwhelmed healthcare facilities with over one million confirmed infections since January; officials warn of potential extension to six days if hospital capacity continues deteriorating due to critical patient numbers exceeding treatment capabilities.
Key Points
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1[Mar 20] President Yoon Suk-yeol and Supreme Court Chief Justice Kim Dong-hyun are holding a meeting to discuss the '3 questions' regarding their potential impeachment.
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2[Mar 19/Evening Report] The National Assembly is expected to vote on whether or not impeach both leaders, with reports suggesting they may face six years in prison if convicted of abuse and corruption charges.
Developments
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[Evening Report] President Yoon Suk-yeol is expected to be impeached by the National Assembly, along with Supreme Court Chief Justice Kim Dong-hyun.
Mar 20 - Mar 5:34 PM (Local)
[Yonhap] President Yoon Suk-yeol and Vice-Chairman of the National Assembly Lee Jun-seok are holding a meeting to discuss impeachment.
Mar 20 - Mar 5:34 PM (Local)
[Yonhap] President Yoon Suk-yeol and Vice-Chairman of the National Assembly Lee Jun-seok are holding a meeting to discuss impeachment.
Mar 20 - Mar 5:34 PM (Local)
[Yonhap] President Yoon Suk-yeol and Vice-Chairman of the National Assembly Lee Jun-seok are holding a meeting to discuss impeachment.
Mar 20 - Mar 5:34 PM (Local)
[Yonhap] President Yoon Suk-yeol and Vice-Chairman of the National Assembly Lee Jun-seok are holding a meeting to discuss impeachment.