Second Korea impeached president Yoon agrees to appear for probe after officials enter presidential compound – Times of India

South Korea’s impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol has agreed to appear at the office of investigators probing him for insurrection, after authorities entered his residence to arrest him on Wednesday. Yoon’s lawyer, Seok Dong-hyeon, confirmed the decision on Facebook, stating, “President Yoon has decided to personally appear at the Corruption Investigation Office today.” He also…

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Ex-South Korea defence minister Kim Yong-Hyun accused of role in martial law tries to commit suicide – Times of India

South Korean defence minister Kim Yong-Hyun, who was accused of involvement in a failed martial law attempt, attempted suicide on Wednesday.“South Korea ex-defence minister Kim used underwear to commit suicide at detention centre,” Reuters quoted officials as saying.This development follows the recent arrest of the former defence minister by South Korean prosecutors, who were investigating…

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