South Korea is facing a political shakeup as ex-president Yoon Suk-yeol is indicted over allegations of abusing power with his controversial martial law move. 🚨
Prosecutors claim that on December 3, Yoon sent troops to parliament in an effort to block lawmakers from overturning his martial law declaration—actions that are now under intense legal scrutiny as part of a broader insurrection probe.
The charges include abuse of power, obstruction of special official duties, and the drafting and discarding of a false document that purportedly showed ministerial support for the martial law. Critics argue that Yoon bypassed proper protocols, such as holding the required cabinet meeting before his decision.
Despite repeated detentions—first in January after a dramatic arrest attempt and again last week amid concerns he might tamper with evidence—Yoon has consistently refused to attend questioning. His legal team mentioned challenges related to his limited physical mobility during a recent court hearing, but their request to cancel the arrest warrant was denied.
Currently, Yoon is held in solitary confinement in a cell equipped only with a fan, as South Korea grapples with an intense heat wave. The unfolding drama continues to stir debates about the balance between executive power and civilian rule. Stay tuned for more updates and join the conversation! ✌️
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
