South Korea court sentences ex-president to 5 years in martial law case

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been sentenced to five years in jail for obstructing justice and other charges related to his declaration of martial law in 2024. Yoon was found guilty of preventing authorities from executing an arrest warrant, fabricating official documents, and failing to follow legal procedures for imposing martial law. Yoon’s supporters expressed discontent with the verdict, as he still faces a more severe charge of insurrection, with a verdict expected in February. Yoon was impeached, arrested, and removed from office after the martial law declaration led to widespread protests demanding his ouster.

Want More Context? 🔎