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Published on 2024-12-16 04:01:23 - MSN
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  • Members of parliament in Seoul voted to impeach the president on Saturday after he imposed a short-live martial law order that thrust the country into political chaos. View on euronews

The article discusses the initiation of an impeachment trial against South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, which began on March 15, 2023. The trial stems from allegations of corruption and abuse of power, with the opposition Democratic Party pushing for his removal. The Constitutional Court of South Korea is now tasked with deciding whether President Yoon should be removed from office. This legal proceeding marks a significant political event in South Korea, highlighting tensions between the ruling and opposition parties. The court has up to 180 days to make its decision, during which time President Yoon remains in office but with limited powers. The trial has drawn considerable public and international attention, focusing on issues of governance, accountability, and the rule of law in South Korea.

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