South Korea Votes to Impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's declaration of martial law on December 3 led to massive protests and his subsequent impeachment by the National Assembly, making him the second president in the country's history to face such a fate. The parliamentary vote, which garnered support from some members of Yoon's own People Power Party, passed with 204 votes in favor. Following the impeachment, Prime Minister Han Duck-soo assumed the role of acting president as the Constitutional Court reviews the impeachment's legality. Yoon's presidency, marked by scandals and divisive politics, faced significant backlash from the public and opposition parties due to his controversial martial law attempt, which was lifted within hours amid fierce resistance. Critics have accused him of violating the constitution, while Yoon defended his actions as necessary for national protection. Han Duck-soo, now acting president, faces a complex political landscape fraught with challenges, including tensions with North Korea and a struggling economy.