Yoon Suk Yeol, the former president of South Korea, finds himself back behind bars after being re-arrested due to his failed attempt to impose martial law. The re-arrest came following orders from a Seoul court. The former president has indicated he will skip his trial due to health concerns. The 65-year-old is currently in custody at the Seoul Detention Centre. He faces severe consequences, potentially life in prison or death, if found guilty of insurrection.
Adding to the political turmoil, Yoon’s wife, Kim Keon-hee, is also under investigation. She is facing scrutiny over accusations of stock manipulation, election interference, and bribery. Investigations include searches tied to the former first lady’s alleged interference in candidate selection for both the 2022 and 2024 elections. Yoon’s impeachment last year and subsequent events have plunged the country into a political crisis.