Seoul: Martial law troops entered the National Assembly compound and were attempting to enter the main parliamentary building Wednesday after President Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergency martial law. Troops were seen scuffling with a large number of people trying to block their entry while more people, including citizens and reporters, gathered outside the compound in a standoff with parliamentary guards and police. According to Yonhap News Agency, three helicopters presumably carrying troops flew into the compound around 11:46 p.m. Tuesday. Some witnesses claimed to have seen armed soldiers disembarking from the helicopters, adding to the tension in the area. The situation has resulted in restricted access to the compound, with entry limited to lawmakers, parliamentary staff, and accredited reporters who must undergo ID checks. In a move to secure the area, troops were observed installing barricades outside the main parliamentary building. The deployment follows President Yoon Suk Yeol's declaration of marti al law, a measure that has sparked a significant public and political response. The presence of martial law troops in the National Assembly compound marks a critical moment in the unfolding situation, with the potential for escalating conflict amid heightened security measures.