A South Korean court has approved an arrest warrant for President Yoon Suk Yeol, marking the first time a sitting South Korean president has faced such action. This decision comes after President Yoon was stripped of his presidential powers due to a controversial martial law decree that led to political turmoil in the country.
The impeachment process began on December 14 when South Korea's parliament voted to impeach President Yoon following his refusal to resign, which resulted in his own ruling party turning against him. The arrest warrant was granted by the Seoul Western District Court based on allegations of abuse of authority and orchestrating a rebellion related to the martial law declaration made on December 3.
The Corruption Investigation Office (CIO) revealed that President Yoon, a former prosecutor, had ignored three summonses from investigators seeking his cooperation, leading to the issuance of the arrest warrant. Typically, an arrest warrant must be executed within seven days, although extensions can be granted.
This development underscores the significant legal and political challenges facing President Yoon, as he navigates the fallout from his actions and the ongoing investigation into his conduct. The situation has captured the attention of the public and raised concerns about the stability of South Korea's political landscape.
