Archive · 28 Jun 2025
South Korea's Ex-President Yoon Questioned in Martial Law Probe
In South Korea, the former president, Yoon Suk Yeol, is being investigated because of a failed attempt to declare martial law.
This happened in December 2023, which surprised the country.
Yoon was questioned by special investigators on Saturday.
His lawyers say the investigation is unfair and politically driven.
A special team of investigators is looking into the case.
Previously, authorities wanted to arrest Yoon, but a court stopped it because he agreed to cooperate.
Yoon was removed from his position in April 2024 after being impeached by the parliament.
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was questioned by a special prosecutor regarding a failed martial law attempt.
The martial law attempt in December 2023 shocked South Korea.
Yoon's lawyers described the investigation as politically motivated, full of falsehood and distortion.
A warrant to arrest Yoon was sought previously, but rejected as he expressed willingness to cooperate.
Yoon was ousted in April 2024 following an impeachment by parliament.
- Who
- Former President Yoon Suk Yeol and a special prosecutor
- What
- Yoon Suk Yeol was questioned over his failed martial law bid.
- When
- The questioning happened on Saturday after the martial law bid in December 2023.
- Where
- South Korea
- Why
- To investigate the failed martial law attempt.
Yoon's Perspective
Prosecutor's Perspective
Investigation Intent
Yoon's Perspective
The investigation is politically motivated.
Prosecutor's Perspective
The investigation is a standard process following the declaration of martial law.
- Former President
- Yoon Suk Yeol
- Investigation Reason
- Failed martial law bid
- Martial Law Attempt
- December 2023
- Yoon's Lawyers' Stance
- Politically motivated investigation
- Ousted
- April 2024