Yoon Suk-yeol Fails to Appear for Prosecution

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol, who has been impeached following a controversial attempt to impose martial law, failed to comply with a summons from prosecutors for questioning regarding his actions. The special prosecution team, investigating potential charges of insurrection and abuse of authority, plans to issue a second summons after Yoon did not appear at the Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office as scheduled. Yoon defended his martial law declaration as a necessary governance action amid opposition paralysis, but it lasted only six hours and resulted in significant political turmoil. His impeachment was sanctioned by a National Assembly vote, and the constitutional court is set to consider his case, which could lead to his removal or reinstatement. If dismissed, a national election to choose his successor must occur within 60 days. The situation remains tense as prosecutors may seek an arrest warrant if Yoon continues to defy legal orders.