South Korea's Constitutional Court has officially removed President Yoon Suk Yeol from office, upholding his impeachment following a controversial declaration of martial law four months ago.
The move ends Yoon's presidency and triggers a mandatory presidential election within 60 days. His attempt to impose martial law in December sparked widespread political unrest and public backlash. The court's decision reflects a strong institutional response to what many viewed as an authoritarian overreach.
The ruling has been met with both celebration and concern as the country prepares for a new leadership transition.
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South Korea’s president removed from office over martial law bid
South Korea’s president Yoon Suk Yeol has been removed from office, four months after his shortlived attempt to impose martial law sparked a prolonged political crisis. The Constitutional Court on Friday announced it would uphold parliament’s vote to impeach Yoon last year over his failed power grab,
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