South Korea's Opposition Moves to Impeach Acting President

South Korea's political turmoil deepens as the opposition Democratic Party has filed an impeachment motion against acting Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, who has been in office since President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment on December 14. The motion stems from Han's refusal to appoint judges to the Constitutional Court, which is crucial for deciding Yoon's fate, after Yoon's controversial martial law declaration. The Democratic Party, holding a majority in parliament, argues that Han's actions demonstrate an inability to uphold the constitution and accuse him of complicity in Yoon's martial law attempt. A vote on Han's impeachment is expected within 24 to 72 hours, necessitating 151 votes for success. This ongoing crisis has unsettled key international allies and raised concerns about South Korea's political stability. The situation reflects a deeply divided political landscape, with potential ramifications for governance and policy-making in the country.