South Korean Former President Yoon Suk Yeol Sentenced to Life for Insurrection Lead

In a landmark decision, a South Korean court has sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to life imprisonment. The ruling comes after Yoon's controversial attempt to impose martial law in December 2024, which lasted only six hours but had far-reaching consequences for the nation's democratic integrity.

Yoon's brief declaration of martial law aimed to eliminate 'anti-state forces' but was swiftly rejected by the parliament. The situation escalated with protests and a military standoff, eventually leading to his impeachment and a series of legal challenges against top government officials, including former first lady Kim Keon Hee.

Prosecutors have argued that Yoon sought to incite North Korean aggression to justify his actions, resulting in severe legal repercussions for him and his associates. The case has raised alarms about democratic resilience in the region, marking an unprecedented political saga in South Korea's history.