South Korean President Faces Treason Investigation and Impeachment Vote
In a dramatic turn of events, South Korean police have launched an investigation into President Yoon Suk Yeol on charges of treason. This follows his controversial declaration of martial law earlier this week, which was swiftly revoked after widespread backlash. The investigation, initiated by the National Office of Investigation, stems from complaints filed by the Rebuilding Korea Party and a group of 59 activists. The declaration of martial law, which sought to consolidate power, ban political activity, and censor the media, was met with immediate outrage both domestically and internationally. President Yoon's actions have led to calls for his impeachment, with the main opposition Democratic Party planning to vote on the motion this Saturday. The impeachment motion requires a two-thirds majority in the 300-seat parliament to pass, needing at least eight votes from the ruling People Power Party lawmakers. If successful, Prime Minister Han Duck-soo would assume the role of interi...
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