The South Korean Constitutional Court unanimously upheld President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment after 111 days, triggered by his martial law declaration. The ruling sparked celebrations among anti-Yoon activists, while his supporters expressed outrage. The country now prepares for elections to install a new leader, as it grapples with economic issues and North Korean threats. Experts note that Lee Jae-myung of the Democratic Party is a strong candidate but faces his own legal troubles, suggesting a complex political landscape ahead as conservatives oppose him and independent voters may be wary.
With the decision made, South Korea is set to hold elections to install a new president and government. The shake-up comes as the country faces serious challenges, including economic difficulties brought on by US tariffs and the growing threat to security posed by North Korea.
'The decision was to be expected and for the purposes of the stability this is the best outcome because declaring martial law back in December was an insane act,' said Kim Sang-woo.
'We must look forward now and the next step will be an election in two months' time,' he told DW.
'Lee is a populist and a clever man, but he is facing some serious legal problems. I believe there are five lawsuits still ongoing against him, and that is an opportunity for whoever the PPP puts up as a candidate,' Kim added.
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