South Korea Court Issues Warrant To Detain Impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol

South Korea Court Issues Warrant To Detain Impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol

A general view shows the presidential residence building in Seoul, South Korea, on January 2, 2025. A Seoul court issues a warrant to detain impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol over his botched attempt to impose martial law, making him the first sitting South Korean president to face arrest. The Seoul Western District Court approves a request from the Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials (CIO) to issue the warrant against President Yoon on charges of masterminding the failed December 3 martial law declaration, orchestrating an insurrection, and abusing power, according to the CIO. (Photo by Chris Jung/NurPhoto)

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