Impeached

South Korean Authorities Summon Impeached President Yoon for Questioning Over Controversial Martial Law Decree

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SEOUL, South Korea — South Korea’s embattled President Yoon Suk Yeol, who was recently impeached by the opposition-dominated National Assembly, is set to undergo questioning this week concerning his controversial declaration of martial law on December 3. Authorities are investigating whether this drastic measure could constitute an act of rebellion. The multi-agency probe, involving police, anti-corruption units, and the Defense Ministry, made an announcement on Monday to formally request Yoon’s participation in the upcoming inquiry set for Wednesday. The impeachment has suspended Yoon from exercising his presidential powers pending a determination from the Constitutional Court, … Read more

South Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol Impeached Following Controversial Martial Law Attempt; Prime Minister Assumes Temporary Leadership

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SEOUL, South Korea — South Korea’s parliament moved decisively on Saturday, impeaching President Yoon Suk Yeol following his controversial declaration of martial law, which lasted just six hours but created significant turmoil. The impeachment, passed by a 204-85 vote, has suspended Yoon’s presidential powers and duties, designating Prime Minister Han Duck-soo as the interim leader. The action by the parliament ends a period of intense political deadlock that halted major governmental operations and initiated public protests. Yoon’s martial law decree on December 3, the first such action in over forty years in South Korea, was … Read more

South Korea’s Yoon Suk Yeol Impeached Following Attempted Martial Law Implementation

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SEOUL, South Korea – In a dramatic turn of events, South Korea’s parliament has impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol following his controversial attempt to impose martial law in the country. The impeachment, a significant moment in South Korean politics, underscores the deep political divisions and unrest that have gripped the nation over the presidential handling of internal security measures. The motion to impeach Yoon was overwhelmingly passed by the National Assembly, where a wide array of opposition members cited grave concerns over an alleged abuse of power. According to legislators, Yoon’s plans to institute martial … Read more

South Korean President Impeached Following Short-Lived Martial Law Decree

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SEOUL, South Korea — In a significant political upheaval, South Korea’s President has been impeached following the adoption of a brief martial law decree, marking a tumultuous chapter in the nation’s governance. The impeachment, which underscores the fragile balance of democratic processes and security concerns in South Korea, reflects the deep divisions surrounding national security and civil liberties. The controversy began when the President unilaterally declared martial law as a response to unspecified threats to national security. This decisive action, intended to stabilize the situation, instead sparked massive public outcry and debates on the potential … Read more