Han Duck-soo was convicted of playing a key role in former President Yoon Suk Yeol’s imposition of martial law, which a court said was an insurrection.
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Ex-South Korean Leader Gets Prison Term in First Ruling Over Martial Law
A court handed down five years in prison to former President Yoon Suk Yeol, who is facing multiple trials stemming from his short-lived imposition of martial law.
Ex-South Korean Leader Gets Prison Term in First Ruling Over Martial Law
A court handed down five years in prison to former President Yoon Suk Yeol, who is facing multiple trials stemming from his short-lived imposition of martial law.
Prosecutors Seek Death Penalty for Former South Korea President
Former President Yoon Suk Yeol faces an insurrection charge after his failed attempt to put his country under martial law in 2024.
Drones Over North Korea Were Part of Martial Law Bid in South, Special Counsel Says
South Korea’s ousted leader, Yoon Suk Yeol, was accused of trying to stoke military tensions to justify his short-lived martial law last December.
South Korea Tries to Curb Anti-China Protests Ahead of Xi Visit
The recent surge in demonstrations by far-right groups presents a challenge for the South Korean government, as it prepares to host both Xi Jinping, the leader of China, and President Trump.
Once Seen as Divisive, South Korea’s New Leader Tries for Charming
To South Koreans weary of the political polarization that led briefly to martial law, President Lee Jae Myung is showing a more human touch than his predecessor. But his biggest challenges lie ahead.
South Korea’s Ex-First Lady Kim Keon Hee Is Arrested on Corruption Charges
Kim Keon Hee, accused of accepting Chanel bags and other items as bribes, is the only former first lady in the country to have been put behind bars. Her husband has also been jailed on insurrection charges.
Former President Yoon Suk Yeol of South Korea Is Arrested on New Charges
Former President Yoon Suk Yeol, already accused of insurrection, faced additional criminal charges after a special counsel expanded the investigation into his ill-fated declaration of martial law.
South Korea Turns Off Speakers Blasting K-Pop Into North Korea
Lee Jae-myung, the new president of South Korea, said he would stop the propaganda broadcasts by his predecessor that raised tensions with Seoul’s neighboring foe.