The Rise and Fall of Yoon Suk Yeol: A Political Reckoning

Yoon Suk Yeol, former South Korean president and ex-prosecutor, was ousted following scandals and accusations of insurrection after declaring martial law. Despite international successes, his domestic tenure was marred by political battles and personal controversies, culminating in a spectacular political downfall.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 04-04-2025 07:57 IST | Created: 04-04-2025 07:57 IST
The Rise and Fall of Yoon Suk Yeol: A Political Reckoning
Yoon Suk Yeol

Yoon Suk Yeol, the ex-president of South Korea and a bold former prosecutor, faced political and personal controversies leading to his impeachment. His tenure, marked by bold moves like martial law imposition, ended as he was held accountable for constitutional breaches relating to national security.

Despite allegations and scandals involving his wife and political opponents, Yoon's political ambitions fueled his ascension to the presidency in 2022. However, his term was overshadowed by domestic struggles and a controversial declaration of martial law that led to his impeachment by the Constitutional Court.

While Yoon found some success internationally in improving diplomatic relations, particularly with Japan and the United States, his domestic policies faced severe opposition. His name became synonymous with controversy, which ultimately overshadowed his presidency and led to his political fall.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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