South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol Arrested

Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was arrested on January 15, 2025, marking the first time a sitting president has been taken into police custody in the country. His arrest followed a failed attempt to impose martial law in December, which led to his impeachment by parliament and sparked national protests. Yoon, who had barricaded himself in his residence for weeks, claimed the investigation into him is illegal and that he chose to surrender to prevent violence. Following his arrest, he released a video message criticizing the law enforcement actions and expressing concerns over the state of the rule of law in South Korea. His detention is part of an investigation into insurrection and abuse of power, with Yoon's supporters and opposition demonstrators reacting strongly to the news. The Constitutional Court now faces the task of reviewing the impeachment proceedings against him, which could take up to six months.