South Korea’s Leader Is Indicted for Insurrection

“South Korea’s impeached and arrested president, Yoon Suk Yeol, was formally indicted on Sunday on charges of leading an insurrection last month when he briefly imposed martial law,” the New York Times reports.

“Mr. Yoon’s indictment means that his trial is likely to start soon. It follows the indictments of a former defense minister and several military generals and police chiefs, all of whom face criminal charges of helping Mr. Yoon commit the same crime.”

“He is the first president in South Korean history to face criminal charges while still in office.”