TechFlow news, December 3 — According to CCTV International News, the Republic of Korea Martial Law Command issued Martial Law Order No. 1, announcing the following measures effective at 23:00 on December 3, 2024, nationwide:
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All political activities, including those of the National Assembly and local councils, political parties, political associations, gatherings, demonstrations, are prohibited.
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All acts denying or attempting to subvert the liberal democratic system, as well as dissemination of fake news, fabrication of public opinion, and false incitement, are prohibited.
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All speech and publications are placed under control of the Martial Law Command.
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Strikes, work stoppages, and gatherings that cause social disorder are prohibited.
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All medical personnel currently on strike or absent from their posts—including interns and resident physicians—must return to work within 48 hours; otherwise, they will be punished according to the Martial Law Act.
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Ordinary citizens, except for anti-state or regime-subverting forces, will experience minimal disruption to daily life.
Individuals violating the above martial law orders may, under Article 9 (Special Powers of the Martial Law Commander) of the Republic of Korea Martial Law Act, be arrested, detained, searched, and seized without a warrant, and punished in accordance with Article 14 of the Martial Law Act.
