Yoon Suk Yeol
Tight security in Seoul as Yoon awaits first verdict on 2024 martial law insurrection charges
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Police have bolstered security around Seoul's Central District Court amid rallies by supporters and critics of former President Yoon Suk Yeol ahead of the first verdict in his insurrection trial on February 19, 2026. Special prosecutors recommended the death penalty for his short-lived 2024 martial law declaration, with the ruling set for 3 p.m.
Seven of the 37 general-level officers punished for alleged involvement in former President Yoon Suk Yeol's failed 2024 martial law bid have filed lawsuits against South Korea's Defense Ministry to overturn their disciplinary actions, ranging from expulsion to duty suspensions. The litigants include former Defense Intelligence Commander Moon Sang-ho and former Drone Operations Commander Kim Yong-dae. A ministry document submitted to Rep. Choo Mi-ae of the ruling Democratic Party revealed the suits, while another 29 generals have appealed but not yet sued.
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Former President Yoon Suk Yeol and his wife Kim Keon Hee faced separate trials at the Seoul Central District Court on Tuesday over corruption allegations, the second such instance. Correctional officials arranged their appearances to avoid crossing paths, as they did not meet during a similar court date in November.
A special counsel team concluded on December 15 that former President Yoon Suk Yeol began preparations for his short-lived martial law declaration in or before October 2023, more than a year ahead of the December 2024 imposition. The investigation resulted in indictments against 24 individuals, deeming the plot an insurrection aimed at eliminating political opponents and consolidating power.
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L'ancien président Yoon Suk Yeol n'est pas apparu à une seconde convocation d'une équipe de procureurs spéciaux enquêtant sur son interférence présumée dans une enquête militaire. L'équipe l'a informé de se présenter mardi. Yoon est en détention pour sa tentative ratée d'imposer la loi martiale en décembre.