Seoul, December 14, 2024: South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been impeached following intense political backlash over his declaration of martial law earlier this month. The controversial decision, intended to address civil unrest, was widely condemned and revoked after nationwide protests. The crisis led to turmoil within the administration, including the resignation of Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun.
The National Assembly cited Yoon’s poor crisis management and controversial policies, including alleged suppression of the opposition and interference in family-related investigations, as reasons for the impeachment. Public discontent significantly influenced this political development.
The impeachment marks a pivotal moment in South Korea’s political landscape, with the nation now awaiting the Constitutional Court’s decision to either uphold or overturn the process. Meanwhile, interim leadership is preparing to navigate potential governance and policy realignments amidst heightened domestic and international scrutiny.
