Summary
South Korea's former president, Yoon Suk Yeol, is awaiting a verdict for charges linked to an attempted martial law declaration in 2024. He faces charges including insurrection and abuse of power. The outcome of this legal process is significant as Yoon is involved in eight separate trials.
Key Facts
- South Korea's ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol is facing his first verdict for charges related to martial law.
- Yoon is involved in eight trials, with charges including insurrection and abuse of power.
- Martial law was declared in 2024 without a war or emergency, leading to Yoon's impeachment.
- Yoon is alleged to have mobilized military forces to prevent lawmakers from opposing his decree.
- Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty for Yoon, although South Korea has not executed anyone since 1997.
- There are historical precedents for pardoning leaders in South Korea after sentencing.
- Yoon also faces charges for obstruction of justice and falsifying documents.
