Breaking News: Ousted South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol appeared in court Monday for his second insurrection trial, drawing global attention as cameras captured him seated in the defendant's chair.
Yonhap News Agency reported the latest proceedings in this high-stakes legal drama, which follows allegations tied to Yoon's alleged role in political unrest during his presidency. Media photos showing the former leader in court have gone viral, sparking TikTok reactions and Twitter threads dissecting every detail.
Why It Matters: Insurrection charges – rare for ex-leaders – could reshape South Korea's political landscape. While trials often feel like distant courtroom battles, this one's got K-drama-level twists that even Squid Game fans would binge-watch.
With younger audiences craving #PoliticsTok content, this trial bridges legal jargon and pop culture appeal. Stay tuned as we track updates faster than your group chat can say "전쟁터" (battlefield).
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