South Korean court issues warrant to detain impeached President Yoon

By The Associated Press

Posted Dec 30, 2024 08:51:45 PM.

Last Updated Dec 30, 2024 09:01:26 PM.

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korean anti-corruption agency said Tuesday that a court has issued a warrant to detain impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol.

The Corruption Investigation Office for High-Ranking Officials said in a statement that the Seoul Western District Court issued a warrant to detain Yoon over his stunning yet short-lived martial law decree earlier this month.

The agency said it is investigating whether his declaration of martial law amounted to rebellion.

The Associated Press

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