Impeachment of South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol
South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol has been removed from office after declaring martial law and occupying parliament. The Constitutional Court upheld the impeachment decision, citing violations of democratic principles and disruption of constitutional order. The nation now faces a snap election within the next 60 days.
Key Points
- President Yoon Suk Yeol removed from office
- Constitutional Court upholds impeachment decision
- Snap election for next president within 60 days
Pros
- Upheld democratic principles
- Restored constitutional order
Cons
- Political upheaval
- Deepened political and social divisions