Source: United Press International
“South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was barred from leaving the country Monday as investigations for treason and abuse of power over his short-lived martial law decree get underway. Justice Ministry official Bae Sang-up told a parliamentary hearing on Monday afternoon that Yoon was prohibited from foreign travel. … Yoon shocked the nation when he declared martial law in a televised address late Tuesday night. Lawmakers rushed to the National Assembly to overturn the decree within hours, despite the deployment of nearly 300 soldiers to the building. The embattled president survived an impeachment motion on Saturday, as all but three members of his ruling People Party Power walked out and left the parliament short of the necessary quorum. Despite the reprieve, Yoon is facing enormous pressure to step down amid public outrage that has led to massive rallies and demonstrations.” (12/09/24)