South Korea’s Constitutional Court Reinstates Han Duck-soo as Acting President

The court dismissed Han’s impeachment, while the ruling on President Yoon Suk Yeol’s fate remains undecided.

The Constitutional Court ruled 7-1 to overturn the impeachment of Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, reinstating him as acting president.
Han was impeached in December 2024 over allegations related to President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law declaration and judicial appointments, which he denied.
President Yoon’s impeachment ruling is still pending, with no date announced, leaving uncertainty over South Korea’s leadership.
Yoon also faces criminal charges of rebellion for his brief martial law decree, which could result in severe penalties if convicted.
The political crisis has intensified public division, with mass protests and concerns over South Korea’s governance and global standing.