S Korea ex-president Yoon sentenced to five years in prison for martial law attempt

Former South Korean President Yoon Seokyoul is seen leaving the courthouse surrounded by reporters after being sentenced to five years in prison for his attempts to impose martial law during protests in 2022.

The court found Yoon guilty of abuse of power and violating the Constitution. His actions, which included plans to deploy military forces to suppress civilian demonstrations, have raised serious questions about the balance of power and civil liberties in South Korea. The case has attracted considerable public attention, reflecting deep divisions in the country regarding … Read more