South Korean President Yoon Faces Prosecution Over “Insurrection” Charges

South Korea's political drama reaches new heights as President Yoon Suk-yeol becomes the first sitting leader to face prosecution for alleged \"insurrection.\" The Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials (CIO) confirmed Thursday it will hand the case to prosecutors after arresting Yoon in his office earlier this month.

Yoon's historic legal battle began January 15 when he was detained—a first for a South Korean president—while lawmakers suspended his powers through an impeachment motion. The National Assembly accused him of attempting to impose martial law in December before swiftly revoking the order.

Prosecutors now have until early February to decide whether to formally indict Yoon, who has refused multiple summons from investigators. The case adds fuel to South Korea's ongoing political turbulence, drawing global attention to how this tech-savvy democracy navigates its most explosive leadership crisis in years.

As constitutional judges deliberate the impeachment over the next six months, young professionals and students across Asia are watching closely. Will this saga reshape regional politics or become a cautionary tale?

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S. Korea's CIO decides to refer president Yoon's case to prosecution

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