South Korean MPs have begun impeachment proceeding against President Yoon Suk Yeol after thwarting his shock move to impose martial law. Protesters in Seoul have marched on the presidential offices and parliament demanding his resignation or impeachment. We hear from one of the protesters, and lawmakers from the opposition and the president’s own party.

Also in the programme: Iran temporarily releases the Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi from prison on medical grounds, and the reigning queen of the catwalk show, Anna Wintour, on changing shape of fashion.

(Image: Protesters hold placards as they march toward the presidential office during a demonstration calling for the dismissal and impeachment of South Korean president in Seoul. Credit: JEON HEON-KYUN/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock)

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South Korea: President faces impeachment vote