South Korea's President Faces Detention in Martial Law Inquiry

Sat Apr 26 2025 07:21:39 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
South Korea's President Faces Detention in Martial Law Inquiry

Authorities investigate President Yoon Suk Yeol for a potential insurrection linked to his martial law declaration.


A South Korean court has permitted police to detain President Yoon Suk Yeol for questioning regarding his recent declaration of martial law, which has ignited significant political upheaval.



A South Korean court has granted police the authority to detain President Yoon Suk Yeol for questioning amid investigations into whether his martial law declaration constituted an insurrection. This court order allows for a limited period of questioning and indicates a growing impatience among authorities regarding Yoon's non-cooperation. The situation remains tense as the nation awaits Yoon's response, who is currently facing heightened scrutiny following his impeachment by parliament.

The martial law, declared on December 3, drew outrage and disbelief among the populace when soldiers were dispatched to the National Assembly in a bid to prevent lawmakers from overturning his controversial move. The urgent action taken by the lawmakers successfully nullified the martial law shortly after its announcement, leading to public protests involving tens of thousands of citizens opposed to Yoon's actions.

President Yoon’s predicament marks a significant moment in South Korean politics, as he is the first sitting president in the country to undergo a criminal investigation. The opposition has labeled his maneuvers as an act of insurrection, further galvanizing the calls for his impeachment. Following a narrowly escaped impeachment earlier in the month, Yoon ultimately lost his position after a second vote, which saw members of his own People Power Party siding with the opposition.

The fallout of this political crisis led to the appointment of Prime Minister Han Duck-soo as interim leader, though he too encountered backlash and was impeached days later during a conflict over judicial appointments. The current interim leader is Finance Minister Choi Sang-mok.

Legal repercussions loom large for Yoon, who faces serious charges that could lead to severe penalties, including the death sentence if convicted of insurrection. Adding to the gravity of the situation, his former defense minister has already been arrested on related charges, while key figures in the police department are under investigation for their roles in the handling of the martial law decision. The nation continues to watch as these events unfold, with Yoon's lawyer remaining silent following the court’s ruling.

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