South Korean President Impeached Over Martial Law Attempt

President Yoon Suk-yeol faces suspension after parliament's vote, with the Constitutional Court set to decide his fate within six months.

South Korea's National Assembly voted overwhelmingly to impeach President Yoon Suk-yeol following his failed attempt to impose martial law on December 3.
Prime Minister Han Duck-soo has assumed the role of acting president and pledged to stabilize governance and reassure international allies during the political crisis.
The Constitutional Court has up to 180 days to decide whether to uphold Yoon's impeachment, which would trigger a snap presidential election within 60 days of the decision.
Prosecutors are investigating Yoon and other officials for potential charges, including insurrection and abuse of authority, while protests for and against the impeachment continue across the country.
Opposition leader Lee Jae-myung, seen as a frontrunner for the presidency if Yoon is removed, has called for swift court proceedings and proposed collaborative measures to stabilize the nation.