Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Arrested Amid Protests

South Korea's impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol was formally arrested early Sunday following his apprehension at the presidential compound in Seoul earlier in the week.

Yoon, who faces potential imprisonment, is being investigated over his controversial declaration of martial law last month, an act that has plunged the country into political turmoil.

Yoon’s arrest marks a significant escalation in the ongoing crisis, potentially keeping him in custody for an extended period as legal proceedings unfold. The embattled leader’s actions have deeply divided public opinion, drawing both condemnation and fervent support across the nation.

The decision to detain Yoon sparked violent protests outside the Seoul Western District Court, where dozens of his supporters staged a rally. Demonstrators breached security measures, shattering the court's main entrance and windows using makeshift weapons such as plastic chairs and confiscated police shields.

Eyewitness accounts detailed chaotic scenes as some protestors infiltrated the court’s interior, hurling objects and deploying fire extinguishers in a bid to disrupt proceedings. Law enforcement officers struggled to contain the unrest, with the situation escalating into a full-scale confrontation.

Yoon's declaration of martial law in December, which was widely condemned as unconstitutional, has been cited as the catalyst for his impeachment and subsequent arrest. Critics argue that the former president attempted to consolidate power and suppress dissent under the guise of maintaining national security.

Legal analysts suggest that Yoon’s case could take months to resolve, with the potential for far-reaching implications for South Korea’s political landscape. The country now faces the challenge of addressing deep divisions and restoring public trust in its democratic institutions.

As the situation continues to unfold, Yoon’s supporters and opponents remain locked in a heated battle over his legacy, with the nation watching closely to see how the judicial process and public sentiment will shape the outcome of this unprecedented chapter in South Korean politics.

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