South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol, First Sitting President, to Attend Impeachment Trial on January 21, 2025
Jan 20, 2025, 01:04 PM
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol will attend his impeachment trial scheduled for January 21, 2025. This marks a historic moment as he will be the first sitting president in South Korea to appear in court for an impeachment trial. Yoon's legal team confirmed his attendance, emphasizing that he intends to explain the legitimacy of his declaration of martial law in the courtroom. The trial is expected to address various allegations against him, and Yoon has indicated a willingness to participate in future court sessions as well.
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