South Korean Court Extends President’s Detention, Sparking Protests
Following a court decision extending the detention of arrested South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, hundreds of his supporters violently stormed the court building, causing significant damage and injuring several police officers. The acting president condemned the “unimaginable” attack, while authorities arrested dozens of protesters and vowed to apprehend others. Yoon, facing insurrection charges related to a controversial martial law declaration, remains in custody despite his legal team contesting the arrest’s legality. The incident follows a turbulent period marked by impeachment and sharply divided public opinion.
John Q. Hosedrinker