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South Korean Investigators Seek Arrest Warrant for Former President Yoon Suk Yeol Over December 3 Martial Law Declaration

Dec 30, 2024, 03:26 AM

South Korean investigators have requested an arrest warrant for former President Yoon Suk Yeol in connection with his declaration of martial law on December 3. This request follows Yoon's repeated failure to appear for questioning regarding the decree, which authorities are investigating to determine if it constitutes rebellion. The application for the warrant marks a historic moment, as it is the first time a sitting president in South Korea has faced such legal action before the completion of an impeachment process. The Seoul Western District Court is expected to consider the request from the joint investigation unit, which is probing Yoon's actions during the martial law period. Yoon's powers were suspended on December 14 due to the impeachment proceedings initiated by the National Assembly.