South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Released from Detention Amid Political Turmoil

Yoon faces impeachment and criminal trials following accusations of abuse of power and an attempted coup after declaring martial law in December.

A South Korean court has ordered the release of President Yoon Suk Yeol from pretrial detention, citing procedural concerns raised by his legal team.
Yoon was arrested in January on charges of abuse of power and attempting to overthrow the government after declaring martial law during a budget dispute.
He remains under investigation in two major cases: a criminal trial and an impeachment process, with a Constitutional Court decision on his impeachment expected by mid-March.
If Yoon's impeachment is upheld, South Korea will be required to hold new presidential elections within 60 days.
The crisis has severely impacted South Korea's international reputation and economic growth, exacerbating domestic political tensions.