South Korea's Opposition Plans Han Duck-soo Impeachment

South Korea's main opposition party, the Democratic Party (DP), is moving to impeach acting president Han Duck-soo due to his refusal to advance legislation for special counsel investigations into former President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law declaration and corruption allegations against his wife. The DP, holding a parliamentary majority, plans to submit the impeachment motion after a Cabinet meeting with Han failed to address these legislative proposals. Han, who took over following Yoon's impeachment, has been criticized for delaying the approval of essential bills, which the DP argues is a tactic to prolong political turmoil. The DP's impeachment motion requires a simple majority to pass, contrasting with the two-thirds majority needed for presidential impeachment. The ruling People Power Party has condemned the DP's actions, claiming they interfere with governance and could destabilize international relations. As Yoon's constitutional court review approaches, the political landscape in South Korea remains highly volatile.