The leadership of South Korean President Yun Seok-yul's administration has resigned amid a political crisis over the introduction and lifting of martial law, the Yonhap news agency reported, adding that the heads of departments and senior secretaries left their posts simultaneously.

"All senior officials of the presidential administration simultaneously submitted their resignations," — says a message sent by the president’s office to media representatives.

However, Yoon Seok Yeol himself has so far refrained from making any comments regarding the situation.

This move by the presidential administration is likely due to increasing pressure from the opposition. After the high-profile introduction of martial law, which caused widespread discontent, the South Korean parliament voted to lift it, which deepened the political crisis. Opposition leaders are demanding the immediate resignation of Yun Seok-yul, threatening to initiate impeachment proceedings in case of refusal.

The country's crisis is caused by the drastic measures taken by Yun Seok-yol to combat so-called "pro-North Korean forces." The introduction of martial law, restrictions on parliament, and control over the media have drawn criticism both domestically and internationally. Local and international human rights organizations have expressed concern about the president's actions, which they regard as a threat to democratic principles.

Against this backdrop, the resignation of key figures in the presidential administration may indicate an attempt to alleviate public discontent and shift the focus of criticism to the figure of the president himself. However, political scientists believe that this step is unlikely to stabilize the situation.