South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol Impeached and Removed From Office

The South Korean Constitutional Court has voted unanimously to remove President Yoon Suk-yeol from office following his impeachment. Acting Chief Justice Moon Hyung-bae read the court’s decision, marking Yoon as the second president in South Korea’s history to be impeached, following Park Geun-hye. This significant ruling triggers a new presidential election within 60 days. President Yoon chose not to attend the verdict announcement, which was broadcast live for public viewing.