South Korea court upholds president Yoon’s impeachment and removes him from office
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South Korea’s president has been removed from office. What next?
- South Korea's Constitutional Court has upheld President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment, removing him from office.
- The impeachment stemmed from Mr Yoon's decision to impose martial law in December 2024, a move that plunged the country into political turmoil.
- In a unanimous verdict, the court ruled that Mr Yoon’s decision was unjustified as the country was not in a “national emergency” at the time.
- Snap elections will be held within 60 days to choose Mr Yoon's successor.
- Acting President Han Duck-soo will lead the country until the elections.