South Korean Court Sentences Former President Yoon Suk‑yeol to Life Imprisonment for Imposing Martial Law in 2024
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A South Korean court handed down a life‑sentence on Thursday to former President Yoon Suk‑yeol after finding him guilty of imposing martial law in 2024.
- December 2024: Yoon unexpectedly declared martial law, claiming that “radical measures” were essential to eradicate “anti‑state forces.”
- Aftermath: The 65‑year‑old conservative leader, known for his hard‑line stance, was impeached, arrested, and charged with multiple offenses, including rebellion and obstruction of justice.
- Legal context: Under South Korean law, the crime of rebellion carries either life imprisonment or the death penalty.
The court’s decision marks a historic moment in South Korean politics, underscoring the severe consequences of abusing emergency powers.
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Keywords: South Korean court, Yoon Suk‑yeol, martial law 2024, life imprisonment, rebellion charge, South Korea politics, emergency powers.
