In a dramatic twist fit for a K-drama, a Seoul court has issued an arrest warrant for former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol over his controversial 2023 martial law decree. This marks his second legal showdown in six months, with prosecutors leveling five explosive charges. 🔥
The Seoul Central District Court approved the warrant Thursday after a marathon hearing, reigniting a political firestorm. Prosecutors allege Yoon violated cabinet members' rights by excluding them from key meetings before declaring martial law last December. 📜
But wait, there's more: The ex-leader stands accused of forging official documents, spreading misinformation to foreign media, and even ordering aides to delete secure phone records. Talk about a constitutional crisis! 💥
Yoon maintained his innocence during the hearing, calling the charges 'politically motivated.' He's now back at the Seoul Detention Center – the same facility that held him during his January arrest before a surprise release in March. 🔄
Legal experts say this case could rewrite South Korea's political playbook. As the nation watches, one question looms: Will this high-stakes legal battle become a cautionary tale for future leaders? 🇰🇷⚖️
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