Hey there, news enthusiasts! 🌟 Big news coming out of South Korea today: the country's court has issued an arrest warrant for impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol! 😲
On Tuesday morning, a joint investigation unit announced that the Seoul Western District Court had approved warrants to arrest and search Yoon over his declaration of martial law earlier this month. This marks the first time in modern South Korean history that an arrest warrant has been issued against a sitting president! 😮
The background? Let's break it down. On December 3rd, President Yoon declared martial law, which was swiftly revoked by the National Assembly just hours later. Following this bold move, an impeachment motion was passed against him on December 14th. Now, while the constitutional court deliberates the impeachment for up to 180 days, Yoon's presidential powers are on pause. ⏸️
The investigation unit had asked Yoon to come in for questioning three times—December 18th, 25th, and 29th—but he didn't show up or submit any documents for his defense. Talk about playing hard to get! 🙅♂️ Instead, just hours after the arrest warrants were requested, Yoon's team submitted a written opinion and appointed defense counsel to the court.
Yoon is being investigated as a suspected ringleader on insurrection charges. In a televised address on December 12th, he stated he wouldn't avoid legal and political responsibility for his actions. That's some serious drama unfolding! 🎭
No schedule has been set for executing the warrants yet, but they're valid for one week from the date of issuance. So, it's a race against time! 🕒
Stay tuned, folks! We'll keep you updated on this unfolding story as we learn more. 📢
What are your thoughts on this unprecedented event in the ROK? Share your thoughts below! 💬
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South Korean court issues warrant to arrest impeached President Yoon
cgtn.com
