Former South Korean President Found Guilty of Rebellion

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was convicted of rebellion for imposing martial law in 2024. A Seoul court will sentence him and others for attempts to seize power illegally. Despite a call for the death penalty, analysts anticipate a life sentence.

In a landmark legal ruling, former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been convicted of rebellion due to his brief imposition of martial law in December 2024. The Seoul Central District Court is set to announce sentences for Yoon and other involved military and police officials on Thursday.

Judge Jee Kui-youn confirmed Yoon's guilt, emphasizing that he attempted to mobilize military and police forces unlawfully to seize control of the liberal-led National Assembly. His actions aimed to arrest politicians and establish unchecked power for a 'considerable' duration.

Despite a special prosecutor's demand for the death penalty, citing the severe threat Yoon posed to South Korea's democracy, the consensus among analysts is that a life sentence is more probable.

(With inputs from agencies.)