“Grave Betrayal” South Korea Court Removes President Yoon Over Martial Law Bid, Upholds Impeachment

South Korea's Constitutional Court unanimously ruled on Friday to remove impeached president Yoon Suk Yeol from office over his disastrous martial law declaration, triggering fresh elections after months of political turmoil.Yoon, 64, was suspended by lawmakers over his December 3 attempt to subvert civilian rule, which saw armed soldiers deployed to parliament. He was also arrested on insurrection charges as part of a separate criminal case."Given the serious negative impact and far-reaching consequences of the respondent's constitutional violations... (We) dismiss respondent President Yoon Suk Yeol," acting court President Moon Hyung-bae said while delivering the ruling.Yoon's removal, which is effective immediately, triggers fresh presidential elections, which must be held within 60 days. Authorities will announce a date in the coming days. n18oc_world n18oc_crux0:00 INTRODUCTION2:36 YOON APOLOGISES AFTER IMPEACHMENT UPHELD4:52 WHAT NEXT FOR SOUTH KOREA?6:35 ANTI-YOON PROTESTERS REJOICE, SUPPORTERS DISMAYED