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South Korea defence ministry suspends 3 commanders involved in martial law operation

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South Korea’s defence ministry said Friday it had suspended three senior commanders involved in the martial law operation that saw troops deployed to parliament.

“The Ministry of Defence has executed the separation and suspension of duties for three key position holders … related to the current situation as of December 6,” the ministry said in a statement.

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