Political Turmoil for South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol Amid Failed Martial Law Attempt
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol faces a political crisis after his attempt to impose martial law was met with backlash, leading to a motion for impeachment by the opposition. This controversy follows a challenging presidency marked by a lack of parliamentary majority and rising unpopularity. Experts suggest that Yoon’s isolation and extreme measures reflect a desperate bid to solidify his conservative base amidst ongoing scandals involving his wife, Kim Keon-hee, and political tensions with the opposition.