Impeachment of South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol
South Korea's anti-corruption officials have requested the indictment of impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol for insurrection and abuse of power over his short-lived martial law declaration. Yoon has been detained pending investigation and is accused of being the ringleader of an insurrection involving his defense minister. The situation has led to a political crisis in South Korea.
Key Points
- Yoon Suk Yeol indicted for insurrection and abuse of power
- First sitting president in South Korea's history to be arrested
- Yoon detained pending investigation into martial law declaration
- CIO named Yoon as ringleader of insurrection
Pros
- Independent anti-graft agency investigating high-ranking officials for corruption
Cons
- Political crisis affecting the economy and raising concerns among allies