Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Ordered Released from Jail

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A South Korean court ordered impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol to be released from jail, allowing him to stand trial for rebellion charge. The court's decision was based on the expiration of the legal period of his formal arrest and questions over the legality of the investigations. The impeachment trial concluded in late February, and the Constitutional Court is expected to rule soon on whether to remove or reinstate him.

Key Points

  • Yoon was impeached and indicted over a martial law decree in December that caused political turmoil.
  • The Seoul Central District Court allowed Yoon to be released due to the expiration of his formal arrest period.
  • The Constitutional Court will soon rule on whether to remove or reinstate Yoon from office.

Pros

  • Yoon Suk Yeol can now stand trial for his rebellion charge without physical detention.
  • The decision highlights concerns over the legality of the investigations on Yoon.

Cons

  • Yoon faces the possibility of conviction for rebellion, which carries the death penalty or life imprisonment.