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South Korea's Court Upholds Yoon's Impeachment; Snap Election Looms

4/5/2025

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On April 4, 2025, South Korea's Constitutional Court delivered a decisive blow to President Yoon Suk Yeol, upholding his impeachment for an unconstitutional martial law declaration. This landmark ruling sets the stage for a snap election by June 3, as acting President Han Duck-soo navigates a turbulent political landscape, with Lee Jae-myung rising as a key contender.

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On April 4, 2025, South Korea's Constitutional Court delivered a decisive blow to President Yoon Suk Yeol, upholding his impeachment for an unconstitutional martial law declaration. This landmark ruling sets the stage for a snap election by June 3, as acting President Han Duck-soo navigates a turbulent political landscape, with Lee Jae-myung rising as a key contender.