Impeached Korean Leader Appoints Chief Legal Adviser

South Korea's impeached President, Yoon Suk Yeol, has appointed Kim Hong-il, a seasoned prosecutor, as his chief legal adviser following his impeachment by opposition-controlled parliament due to a brief declaration of martial law.

In a move following his impeachment, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has chosen Kim Hong-il, a veteran prosecutor, to serve as his chief legal representative. The announcement was reported by the News1 agency on Monday.

Yoon's impeachment by the parliament, which is under opposition control, took place on Saturday. The controversial action came in response to his recent, albeit short-lived, declaration of martial law, which sparked a political uproar.

As the nation witnesses intensified political drama, the appointment of Kim Hong-il signals Yoon's strategic preparations to navigate the legal challenges ahead.

(With inputs from agencies.)