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20-02-2026
South Korea's former President Yoon Suk Yeol has been sentenced to life imprisonment for attempting to impose martial law and subvert the constitution. The court's decision was met with mixed reactions from supporters and opponents, with some calling for a harsher punishment. Yoon's actions led to political chaos, his impeachment, and a series of indictments against him and other top officials. The case may be appealed to the Supreme Court, potentially delaying the final verdict. Yoon's supporters believe he will be pardoned in the future, as has happened to previous presidents.
Entities: Yoon Suk Yeol, South Korea, Seoul, National Assembly, Kim Keon Hee • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
20-02-2026
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been sentenced to life in prison for his role in imposing martial law and attempting to seize power in December 2024. Yoon was found guilty of rebellion for mobilizing military and police forces to surround the National Assembly and arrest politicians. The decree was lifted after six hours, but Yoon was later impeached and removed from office. The court's decision was met with protests from both Yoon's supporters and critics, with some demanding the death penalty. Yoon's lawyers plan to appeal the verdict.
Entities: Yoon Suk Yeol, South Korea, Seoul, National Assembly, Constitutional Court • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
20-02-2026
A South Korean court has sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to life in prison for leading an insurrection after declaring martial law in December 2024. Yoon was found guilty of abuse of authority and masterminding the rebellion. The court's decision comes after a trial that determined Yoon's actions were a serious breach of his presidential duties.
Entities: Yoon Suk Yeol, South Korea, South Korean court, December 2024, December 3, 2024 • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
20-02-2026
Former South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol has been sentenced to life in prison for declaring martial law in 2024, found guilty of abuse of authority and masterminding an insurrection. The martial law was imposed to seize the liberal-led National Assembly, triggering a national political crisis that lasted around six hours. Yoon defended his actions as necessary to stop 'anti-state' forces. Prosecutors sought the death penalty, but the court handed down a life sentence. Several former military and police officials were also convicted and sentenced.
Entities: Yoon Suk Yeol, South Korea, National Assembly, Seoul Central District Court, Kim Yong Hyun • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
