In a recent development in South Korea, the suspended President Yun Suk has been arrested following unsuccessful attempts at military rule. The Seoul Western District Court issued the arrest warrant against President Yun on Tuesday morning, confirming the corruption investigation office’s findings. This marks the first instance of a president being arrested in South Korea. The court issued the arrest warrant against the suspended president in response to a request from the corruption investigation office for a thorough investigation into high-ranking officials.
In a surprise move last December, President Yun had declared a short-term military law known as ‘Martial L,’ but retracted his announcement within 6 hours after facing strong opposition in parliament. Subsequently, a motion of impeachment against the president was passed with the ruling party’s support, leading to President Yun’s suspension. His case is now under review by the Constitutional Court.
Despite President Yun’s willingness to cooperate with investigations and appear in court for questioning, he failed to attend three times, citing hindrances to the investigation process. The corruption investigation office had urged the court to issue the arrest warrant to facilitate the inquiry.
Moreover, it has been reported that the corruption office highlighted President Yun’s failure to allow a search of his office by the police, prompting the decision to issue the arrest warrant. The declaration of ‘Martial L’ had triggered a parliamentary impeachment, which resulted in President Yun’s suspension from office due to an abuse of power. The Constitutional Court now has 180 days to review the impeachment and make a final decision on whether to reinstate President Yun or permanently remove him from office.
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Author: MAYA | HARUTO
Posted at: January 1, 2025 8:02 am
