South Korea’s political scene is heating up as impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol races against a Monday deadline for his arrest warrant, which authorities are now pushing police to enforce. The Corruption Investigation Office (CIO) for High-ranking Officials confirmed plans to transfer execution of the warrant, escalating a saga that’s gripped the nation since his martial law declaration in December.
Yoon, accused of insurrection, skipped multiple court summonses, leading to the warrant’s issuance. His impeachment by the National Assembly last December triggered a 180-day suspension of his powers, with the Constitutional Court still deliberating his fate. Lawyers for Yoon argue the warrant is ‘illegal,’ vowing to challenge it—but prosecutors aren’t backing down.
Last week’s six-hour standoff at his Seoul compound saw presidential guards blocking arrest attempts, sparking debates over accountability. With the warrant set to expire Monday, the CIO may seek an extension, per local media reports.
This legal rollercoaster reflects South Korea’s intense scrutiny of leadership—think K-drama, but with real-world stakes. Stay tuned as the clock ticks.
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