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Yoon Suk Yeol: President of South Korea since 2022
Yoon Suk Yeol is a South Korean lawyer and politician who has served as the president of South Korea since 2022. A member of the People Power Party (PPP), Yoon previously served as the prosecutor general of South Korea from 2019 to 2021 under his presidential predecessor, Moon Jae-in. Since 14 December 2024, Yoon has been suspended from his presidential powers following his impeachment by the National Assembly of Korea. The Constitutional Court of Korea is in the process of determining whether he is permanently removed or restored to office.

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South Korean president impeached after second vote over martial order declaration [Video]

South Korean president impeached after second vote over martial order declaration

President Yoon Suk-yeol has been impeached at the second time of asking, as lawmakers voted in favour of the motion by 204 votes to 85.

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South Korean President Yoon Impeached Over Failed Martial Law Bid: Watch Protesters Celebrating [Video]

South Korean President Yoon Impeached Over Failed Martial Law Bid: Watch Protesters Celebrating

In a dramatic turn of events, South Korean lawmakers have impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol following his failed attempt to impose martial law. The vote, which saw 204 lawmakers supporting impeachment..

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South Korean President Yoon faces second impeachment vote over failed martial law [Video]

South Korean President Yoon faces second impeachment vote over failed martial law

If Yoon is impeached, his powers will be suspended until the Constitutional Court decides whether to remove him from office and if he is removed, an election to replace him must be held within 60 days.

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South Korea's opposition leader pushes for new impeachment vote against Yoon [Video]

South Korea's opposition leader pushes for new impeachment vote against Yoon

South Korea's opposition leader, Lee Jae-myung, will push for another impeachment vote against President Yoon Suk-yeol. Protests grow as critics denounce Yoon's martial law declaration.

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Protests in South Korea's Parliament Fail to Stop Yoon Suk from Surviving First Impeachment Attempt [Video]

Protests in South Korea's Parliament Fail to Stop Yoon Suk from Surviving First Impeachment Attempt

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has successfully fended off his first impeachment attempt despite widespread protests in the parliament. The opposition-led motion, which stemmed from his..

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'Won't Forgive': S Korea Crisis Deepens | YOON SUK  Admits Crime | Self-Coup, Martial Law & Violence [Video]

'Won't Forgive': S Korea Crisis Deepens | YOON SUK Admits Crime | Self-Coup, Martial Law & Violence

In a dramatic turn of events, South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol publicly apologizes for his controversial attempt to impose martial law, acknowledging the severity of the situation. The crisis..

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South Korea's president apologises for martial law ahead of impeachment vote [Video]

South Korea's president apologises for martial law ahead of impeachment vote

South Korea’s President Yoon Suk-yeol has apologised to the nation ahead of a planned impeachment vote and vowed to face all legal consequences after attempting to impose martial law earlier this..

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More Trouble for the South Korean President? Treason Probe as Martial Law Fiasco Sparks Protests [Video]

More Trouble for the South Korean President? Treason Probe as Martial Law Fiasco Sparks Protests

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol faces mounting pressure as police open a treason investigation following his controversial imposition of martial law. The move, which saw troops and helicopters..

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South Korean president risks life in prison or death penalty if guilty of treason [Video]

South Korean president risks life in prison or death penalty if guilty of treason

South Korea's opposition has initiated impeachment proceedings against President Yoon Suk-yeol over his martial law declaration. If impeached, Yoon could face trial for high treason which is..

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Martial Law Spark Chaos as Yoon Faces Impeachment; Defense Chief Replaced Amid Political Uproar [Video]

Martial Law Spark Chaos as Yoon Faces Impeachment; Defense Chief Replaced Amid Political Uproar

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol’s declaration of martial law in Seoul sparks political backlash. Defense Minister Kim Yong Hyun resigns as opposition parties push impeachment motions against..

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‘Watching Tragic Situation’: Moscow Reacts to South Korean President Impeachment, Blames U.S [Video]

‘Watching Tragic Situation’: Moscow Reacts to South Korean President Impeachment, Blames U.S

Russia expressed concern over the unfolding political crisis in South Korea, following President Yoon Suk Yeol's brief declaration of martial law and subsequent reversal. Russian Foreign Ministry..

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VIDEO| Tanks on Seoul Streets, Protesters March Against South Korean Prez Yoon | Dramatic Scenes [Video]

VIDEO| Tanks on Seoul Streets, Protesters March Against South Korean Prez Yoon | Dramatic Scenes

South Korea witnessed a dramatic day as President Yoon Suk Yeol’s unprecedented declaration of martial law sent shockwaves through the nation. Armored vehicles and troops briefly mobilized on the..

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VIDEO | South Korean Army Storms Parliament Amid Shocking Martial Law Attempt by President Yoon [Video]

VIDEO | South Korean Army Storms Parliament Amid Shocking Martial Law Attempt by President Yoon

Shocking footage reveals South Korean troops storming the National Assembly in Seoul during President Yoon Suk Yeol's short-lived attempt to impose martial law. The dramatic scenes unfold as security..

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Yoon's Martial Law Declaration Sparks Protests, Impeachment Calls & Economic Turmoil in South Korea [Video]

Yoon's Martial Law Declaration Sparks Protests, Impeachment Calls & Economic Turmoil in South Korea

South Korea faced a political storm after President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, citing threats from North Korea and anti-state forces. Parliament rejected the move within hours, prompting..

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South Korea lifts martial law after lawmakers voted against it [Video]

South Korea lifts martial law after lawmakers voted against it

President Yoon Suk Yeol sent shockwaves through the country after declaring an emergency martial law late on Tuesday.

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South Korean president declares emergency martial law [Video]

South Korean president declares emergency martial law

South Korean leader Yoon Suk-yeol said the announcement was in response to the opposition, which he accused of paralysing the government and sympathising with North Korea.

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