South Korean activist An Gwiryeong's viral video confrontation with a soldier helped end martial law.

In South Korea's 6-hour martial law crisis, a defining moment occurred when a woman, An Gwiryeong, confronted a soldier blocking lawmakers from entering the National Assembly. She grabbed his rifle and yelled, "Aren't you ashamed?" Her actions, captured on video, went viral and fueled protests that led to the rescission of martial law. An, a former TV anchor, downplayed her role, noting many others showed bravery.

December 06, 2024
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