Could Washington feel like Seoul in 12 months? South Korea's short-lived regime of martial law this week showed how quickly any country can descend into autocracy. Some describe it as a warning ahead of Trump's second term as the most powerful man in the world.
South Korea ‘warning for Trump’s USA’
Defiant: South Koreans protest outside their parliament (above) after their president suddenly declared martial law this week. “Democracy isn’t supposed to work like this. Trust between the people and the government is essential, but this administration has none of that,” said one. Glossary
Balaclava - A close-fitting hat covering the neck and face, apart from the eyes.
Soberly - In a serious or sensible way.
Martial law - The temporary suspension of civil law and its replacement with direct military control of society and its institutions.
Deadlock - A situation in which no one can agree and no progress can be made.
Autocracy - A society ruled by a single person or group with absolute power.
Impeachment - In the United States, as in the UK and many other countries, elected representatives have the power to call for officials to be removed from office for committing a public offence. This is called 'impeachment'.
Rhetoric - The art of persuasion.
Insurrection - A violent uprising against a government.
Machismo - Strong or aggressive masculinity. An exaggerated version of masculinity.