Dhaka, April 9 -- South Korea's government has approved Jun 3 as the date for a snap presidential election, following the removal from office of Yoon Suk Yeol last week over his short-lived declaration of martial law.The cabinet agreed the date on Tuesday after discussions with the National Election Commission since it needed to approve a public holiday for the election, reports ReutersYoon was removed by the Constitutional Court for violating his official duty by issuing the martial law decree on Dec 3 and mobilising troops in an attempt to halt parliamentary proceedings.The law requires a new presidential election within 60 days if the position becomes vacant.South Korea has faced months of political turmoil since Yoon stunned the country...
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