South Korea’s president charged with insurrection over declaration of martial law
 · 9hAustralian Institute of Internationa…
Martial Law, the Far Right, and Authoritarian Legacies in South Korea
Yoon Seok-yeol’s martial law attempt and its far-right supporters highlight the enduring power of authoritarian forces in South Korean politics. While public resistance led to his impeachment, the far-right’s deep institutional ties and growing influence continue to challenge the country’s democratic future.
 · 9dThe Associated Press on MSN
South Korea’s Yoon defends his martial law decree in his first public appearance since his arrest
South Korea President Yoon indicted for insurrection over martial law decree
The charges are unprecedented for a South Korean president, and if convicted, Yoon Suk Yeol could face years in prison for his shock martial-law decree, which sought to ban political and parliamentary activity and control the media.
CNN9d
South Korea’s Yoon denies ordering arrest of lawmakers during martial law decree
One of the lawyers also criticized unproven claims of irregularities at the election commission, which Yoon cited as a factor for justifying martial law. “In South Korea’s current national chaos, the conspiracy theory of election fraud can destroy our ...
South Korea’s impeached president is arrested over martial law declaration and his supporters riot
South Korea’s impeached president, Yoon Suk Yeol, has been formally arrested, days after being apprehended at his presidential compound in Seoul.
South Korea's Yoon faces disgrace over declaration of martial law
By Jack Kim SEOUL (Reuters) -South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's term in office has been dogged by personal scandals, an unyielding opposition and rifts within his own party, and a rapid fall from grace over his short-lived declaration of martial law last month.
South Korea's impeached president is arrested over a martial law declaration as his supporters riot
South Korea's impeached president has argued for his release before a Seoul judge as the court reviewed whether to grant a law enforcement request for his formal arrest.
Visitor ban for South Korea’s Yoon to be lifted, lawyers mull bail request
Right-wing politicians seek to take advantage of the eased restrictions to rally support for Mr Yoon. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Access WDUN12h
South Korean prosecutors indict impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol over his martial law
South Korean prosecutors have indicted the impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol on rebellion in connection with his martial law decree that plunged the country into political turmoil
South Korea faces big challenges as it heads toward a presidential election
As the rest of the world moves forward, South Korea is at a political stand still. The country needs strong leadership as soon as possible, especially with Donald Trump now in office.
China-US Focus17h
From Asia’s Bad to Good 2024: Finding Opportunity for China-U.S. Cooperation in the Year of the Snake
From climate disasters to political upheavals, Asia faced significant challenges in 2024, leaving a complex legacy for the region. Whether it’s a turning point for collaboration or a deepening of divisions,
NewsDakota1d
Korean Unrest Not Affecting Beef Demand
South Korea’s President was arrested and indicted after briefly imposing martial law in December. He also faces an impeachment trial that will determine if he’s removed from office. The U.S. Meat Expo
Images of S.Korea police misrepresented as 'Chinese spies' during rally for indicted president
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, the country's first sitting head of state to face a criminal trial, defended his failed martial law bid by citing communist threats. His assertion fuelled anti-Chinese misinformation on social media including posts that claimed to show pictures of Chinese undercover agents -- holding flags that bore the letters "CN" -- allegedly infiltrating a pro-Yoon rally.