Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was indicted on charges of leading an insurrection linked to his brief declaration of martial law last month. Following a politically turbulent period, which included the Assembly's impeachment and widespread unrest due to Yoon's actions, the case has garnered significant public attention. He faces trial after being detained on insurrection charges, alongside several military officials also implicated. Public sentiment largely views Yoon's actions unfavorably, complicating his attempts to regain power from prison; nonetheless, his supporters challenge the legitimacy of the impeachment.
Mr. Yoon's indictment means that his trial is likely to start soon. He is the first president in South Korean history to face criminal charges while still in office.
Yoon's downfall began when he unexpectedly declared martial law on Dec. 3, accusing the opposition-controlled National Assembly of paralyzing his government.
Public opinion polls show that a majority of South Koreans approved of Mr. Yoon's impeachment and consider him guilty of insurrection.
Prosecutors said that Mr. Yoon committed insurrection during the short-lived imposition of martial law, ordering military commanders to break the Assembly's doors down.
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