South Korea's Political Turmoil: The Impeachment of Yoon Suk Yeol

South Korea's former President Yoon Suk Yeol is facing potential rebellion charges and awaits a court's decision on his formal arrest. Apprehended during a major law enforcement operation, Yoon's imposition of martial law caused political upheaval, leading to his impeachment by the National Assembly.

Law enforcement authorities sought a court warrant on Friday to formally arrest South Korea's impeached president, Yoon Suk Yeol, who remains in a detention center.

Yoon, apprehended during a significant operation at his home, faces possible rebellion charges after his martial law declaration on December 3 led to a major political crisis post-1980s democratization.

The warrant, compelling Yoon to comply with investigations after ignoring previous summonses, remained valid until 9:05 pm Friday, pending a Seoul court's formal arrest decision.

(With inputs from agencies.)