‘Took actions beyond the powers’: South Korea’s constitutional court removes President Yoon Suk Yeol from office – The Times of India

South Korean constitutional court on Friday upheld President Yoon Suk Yeol‘s impeachment over his decision to impose the controversial martial law last year. It said that the president “took actions beyond the powers”.“We hereby pronounce the following ruling, with the unanimous agreement of all Justices. (We) dismiss respondent President Yoon Suk Yeol,” acting chief justice…

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‘Over 1,500 troops deployed during martial law’: South Korea defence ministry after President Yoon’s impeachment – Times of India

South Korean defence ministry on Monday revealed that over 1,500 troops were deployed during the December 3 martial law imposed by now impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol.Meanwhile, a constitutional court began reviewing the impeachment of President Yoon on Monday over his attempt to implement martial law, according to a court spokesperson. Meanwhile, Yoon and several…

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Can South Korean President be arrested after impeachment? What’s next for Yoon Suk Yeol? – Times of India

President Yoon Suk Yeol impeached by Parliament (File photo) The impeachment of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol by the South Korean national assembly has intensified scrutiny over his actions, with investigators now shifting their focus to whether he could face arrest.Following his suspension from office, the probe into his alleged treason and breach of…

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‘Very sorry for causing anxiety’: South Korea’s President Yoon apologises for declaring martial law – Times of India

South Korea President Yoon Suk Yeol South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol issued a public apology on Saturday after facing backlash for his declaration of martial law earlier this week.In a live televised address, Yoon acknowledged the anxiety and inconvenience caused to citizens and pledged that such a measure would not be repeated.“This emergency martial…

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