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Former South Korean President Yoon Faces Martial-Law Trial

9/26/2025

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The former South Korean president, Yoon Suk Yeol, appeared for his first martial-law trial on September 26, 2025.
The 10:15 AM session at Seoul Central District Court charged obstruction of rights and abuse of authority.
Yoon wore a navy suit and an inmate badge labeled "3617."
Proceedings were broadcast live; the bail hearing was not.

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Story summary

The former South Korean president, Yoon Suk Yeol, appeared for his first martial-law trial on September 26, 2025.
The 10:15 AM session at Seoul Central District Court charged obstruction of rights and abuse of authority.
Yoon wore a navy suit and an inmate badge labeled "3617."
Proceedings were broadcast live; the bail hearing was not.