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South Korea's political turmoil escalates as acting President Han Duck-soo faces impeachment proceedings initiated by the opposition. This follows his refusal to appoint judges to the Constitutional Court, which is crucial for deciding the fate of impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol, who is under investigation for insurrection after declaring martial law earlier this month.
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South Korea is facing significant political upheaval following the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol over his brief declaration of martial law. Prime Minister Han Duck-soo has assumed the role of acting president as the Constitutional Court deliberates Yoon's fate, with investigations into potential insurrection underway against Yoon and his allies.
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South Korea's suspended President Yoon Suk-yeol is under investigation for his attempt to impose martial law on December 3, 2024. Allegations include authorizing military force against lawmakers and potential insurrection. His impeachment is being reviewed by the Constitutional Court, which will decide his political future.
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On January 3, 2025, South Korea's political crisis escalated as President Yoon Suk Yeol evaded arrest following his impeachment on December 14. The turmoil began with Yoon's controversial martial law declaration on December 3, leading to widespread protests and further political instability, including the impeachment of acting President Han Duck-soo.
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South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is under investigation for alleged rebellion and abuse of authority following his controversial martial law declaration. A court has issued a warrant for his detention, but Yoon has resisted attempts to comply, leading to significant political unrest and protests from his supporters.
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Thousands of South Koreans rallied in Seoul on January 5, 2025, for and against the arrest of impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol. The protests follow a failed attempt to detain him over insurrection charges related to his controversial martial law declaration in December. Tensions remain high as the arrest warrant nears expiration.
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South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol remains holed up in his residence as authorities attempt to execute a court-issued arrest warrant over insurrection charges linked to his brief declaration of martial law. The Presidential Security Service has blocked investigators, escalating tensions and public outrage as protests erupt around his compound.
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South Korean President Yoon faces a tense standoff with anti-corruption investigators attempting to execute a detainment warrant. The warrant, issued after Yoon's refusal to cooperate with authorities, is valid until Monday. Protests have erupted outside his residence as tensions escalate between his supporters and opponents.
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South Korea faces escalating political turmoil as impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol remains holed up in his presidential compound, resisting arrest on insurrection charges. The Constitutional Court's upcoming ruling on his impeachment adds to the uncertainty, with protests intensifying as supporters and opponents clash outside his residence.