South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, who was impeached after attempting to impose martial law, appeared in court for the first time to contest an extension of his detention. Investigators are probing his failed bid to suspend civilian rule, citing threats from 'anti-state elements.' Yoon maintains his arrest is illegal and his supporters rallied outside the court.
SEOUL — Impeached South Korea n President Yoon Suk Yeol arrived at court for the first time Saturday to attend a hearing that will decide whether to extend his detention as investigators probe his failed martial law bid.Yoon, who has claimed his arrest is illegal, threw the nation into chaos on Dec. 3, when he attempted to suspend civilian rule, citing the need to combat threats from 'anti-state elements.
'If approved, the new warrant would likely extend Yoon's detention by 20 days, giving prosecutors time to formalize an indictment.The Corruption Investigation Office is probing Yoon for insurrection, a charge that could see him jailed for life or executed if found guilty.Detention silenceYoon said Wednesday he had agreed to leave his compound to avoid 'bloodshed,' but that he did not accept the legality of the investigation.
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