South Korea’s Opposition Moves to Impeach Prime Minister Han Duck-soo
South Korea’s Democratic Party plans to impeach Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, signaling rising political tensions after President Yoon Suk-yeol’s impeachment.
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Rival Protests Surge in Seoul After President Yoon’s Impeachment
Thousands rally in Seoul as rival protests over impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol divide the nation following his controversial declaration of martial law.
South Korea Summons Impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol for Questioning
South Korea has issued a second summons to impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol for questioning over insurrection charges, scheduled for December 25, according to Yonhap News Agency.
Impeachment Notice Re-Sent to South Korean President Yoon After Security Rejections
South Korea’s constitutional court re-sent an impeachment notice to President Yoon after security repeatedly rejected it, sparking questions about legal compliance.
South Korean President Yoon Faces Second Summons Over Insurrection Charges
South Korean prosecutors have issued a second summons to President Yoon Suk-yeol over insurrection charges. If he complies, he will be the first sitting president questioned as a criminal suspect.
South Korea’s Court Begins Impeachment Hearings Against President Yoon Suk-yeol
South Korea’s Constitutional Court has started impeachment proceedings against President Yoon Suk-yeol over his alleged attempt at martial law. The court will decide if he will be removed from office.
Impeached President Yoon defies prosecutor’s summons
Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol defies prosecutor’s summons in martial law investigation; second summons planned.
South Korea’s Acting President Han Duck-soo Speaks with Biden Amid Political Turmoil
South Korea’s acting president Han Duck-soo speaks with U.S. President Joe Biden amid President Yoon’s impeachment proceedings.
South Korea’s Political Shake-Up: President Yoon Impeached
President Yoon Suk-yeol has been impeached by South Korea’s parliament. Acting President Han Duck-soo takes over as the Constitutional Court decides on Yoon’s fate.
No Reports of Impeachment Proceedings Against South Korean President
As of October 2023, no impeachment proceedings against President Yoon Suk-yeol have been reported in South Korea.