A Seoul court denied an arrest warrant for Kim Myung-soo, former head of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, over his alleged role in former President Yoon Suk Yeol's failed martial law bid. The court cited disputable charges and the need to guarantee defense rights.
Twenty-two police officers have received disciplinary actions, including dismissals and demotions, for their alleged involvement in former President Yoon Suk Yeol's failed martial law attempt in 2024. The measures were decided by a disciplinary committee under the Prime Minister's Office.
22 police officers have been disciplined, including two dismissals and four demotions, for their involvement in the illegal actions surrounding the 12.3 emergency martial law. The disciplinary actions follow a recommendation from the Police's 'Respect for the Constitution Task Force'.
A court is reviewing arrest warrants for former military leaders, including ex-Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Kim Myung-soo, suspected of participating in an insurrection during a state of martial law. Prosecutors argue they failed to fulfill public demands and acted against constitutional principles.
The special prosecutor's team is re-examining the timeline of the 12.3 emergency martial law preparation, focusing on whether the termination date should be extended beyond the lifting of martial law to the date of the former president's impeachment. This re-evaluation could impact ongoing investigations and trials.
Former Joint Chiefs of Staff head Kim Myung-soo appeared in court for an arrest warrant hearing regarding his alleged involvement in former President Yoon Suk Yeol's failed martial law bid on December 3, 2024. Prosecutors accuse Kim of playing a key role in the insurrection.
A court hearing has begun to determine whether to arrest former Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Kim Myung-soo, who is suspected of involvement in a rebellion during emergency martial law. The special prosecutor's team argues that Kim failed to fulfill his duties as the top military official and is seeking his arrest.
A South Korean court has sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to 30 years in prison for ordering drones into North Korea to inflame tensions and create a pretext for martial law. The court also found him guilty of abusing his power and benefiting the enemy. His former Defense Minister received the same sentence, while another former official received 15 years.
A South Korean court has sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to 30 years in prison for ordering drones into North Korea to inflame tensions and create a pretext for martial law. He was also found to have "benefited the enemy" and harmed military interests. His former defense minister received a 30-year sentence, and another official received 15 years.
South Korea's ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol and ex-defense minister Kim Yong Hyun were sentenced to 30 years in prison for aiding an adversary and abusing power by ordering drone flights over Pyongyang to provoke North Korea and justify declaring martial law.
Yoon Suk Yeol, South Korea's former president, sentenced to 30 years for abuse of power and aiding the enemy over 2024 drone incursion into North Korea, aimed at pretext for martial law.
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was questioned for 2 hours by a special counsel team on June 6 regarding allegations of abuse of power and obstruction of rights related to his 2024 martial law declaration, denying main allegations.
Former South Korean Vice Spokesperson Yoo Chang-ho is contesting a three-month suspension, arguing his distribution of a presidential office statement justifying martial law to foreign media was based on ministerial guidance and not a violation of public service ethics.
The Supreme Court has begun reviewing the case of former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, who was indicted on charges related to the December 3rd martial law declaration. Han was sentenced to 23 years in prison in the first trial and 15 years in the second. Both Han and the prosecution have appealed the second trial's ruling.
A special counsel team has determined that former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol prepared to declare martial law since late 2023, about a year before his failed bid in December 2024. The team cited testimony from former Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Kim Myung-soo.
Former NIS official Hong Jang-won denied allegations of delivering a message to the US supporting ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law bid. Interrogated by a special counsel team, Hong stated he clarified misunderstandings regarding his role in the alleged insurrection.
South Korea's special prosecutor's team questioned former NIS Deputy Director Hong Jang-won for nine hours regarding allegations of delivering messages to justify martial law. Hong denies the charges, stating he clarified misunderstandings.
South Korea's special prosecutor has summoned former NIS official Hong Jang-won for allegedly delivering a message to the US to justify martial law. Hong denies the charges, stating he received no such orders and is unaware of the "external explanation material" mentioned by prosecutors.
A Seoul court denied an arrest warrant for Lee Eun-woo, former head of public broadcaster KTV, accused of promoting insurrection related to a 2024 martial law declaration. The court cited insufficient evidence and debate over charges.
A Seoul court denied an arrest warrant for former KTV President Lee Eun-woo, accused of spreading propaganda related to the 12.3 emergency martial law. The court cited unclear grounds for the charges and low risk of flight or evidence tampering.
A Seoul court sentenced former NIS Director Cho Tae-yong to 1.5 years in prison for making false testimony and creating false public documents regarding former President Yoon Suk Yeol's brief imposition of martial law in December 2024.
A special counsel team is seeking an arrest warrant for Lee Eun-woo, former president of KTV, on charges of promoting insurrection related to the 2024 martial law attempt by former President Yoon Suk Yeol. Lee allegedly directed KTV to heavily cover the declaration and block critical reports.
Former NIS chief Cho Tae-yong and five others have been booked on insurrection charges related to a martial law plan by former President Yoon Suk Yeol. The special counsel team is investigating Cho's alleged role in convening meetings and the NIS's contact with U.S. intelligence.
President Lee Jae Myung drew parallels between the 1980 Gwangju pro-democracy movement and the public's actions to block a 2024 martial law attempt, emphasizing the revived spirit of solidarity. He vowed to enshrine this spirit in the Constitution.
