Mon Apr 21 05:20:35 UTC 2025: ## Ousted South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Faces Insurrection Trial
**Seoul, South Korea –** Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol appeared in court today for the second hearing of his trial on charges of insurrection. The hearing marks the first time media were permitted to film the proceedings. Mr. Yoon, who was impeached and removed from office earlier this month for his December 3rd declaration of martial law, vehemently denies the charges. He spoke for over 90 minutes during the first hearing last week, maintaining his innocence.
The charges stem from Mr. Yoon’s attempt to subvert civilian rule, which involved deploying armed soldiers to parliament. He was arrested in January but later released on procedural grounds. A conviction could result in a life sentence or even the death penalty, although executions are highly unlikely in South Korea.
Separately, police attempted to raid Mr. Yoon’s former presidential office last week as part of an investigation into alleged obstruction of an arrest warrant, but were prevented by his security detail. This follows weeks in January where Mr. Yoon remained barricaded in his compound, protected by loyal security personnel. Police have stated that an in-person investigation is necessary regarding the obstruction charges. The trial continues.
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