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South Korea Passes Controversial Bill on Rebellion Trials

12/24/2025

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South Korea's legislature passed a December 23, 2025 bill to create panels in district and high courts for rebellion, treason, and foreign subversion.
The bill passed 175-2 and will not affect ongoing trials, including former President Yoon Suk Yeol's, which is expected to conclude in early 2026.
Liberals intensified complaints after judges denied arrest warrants for key figures tied to Yoon, including former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo.

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South Korea's legislature passed a December 23, 2025 bill to create panels in district and high courts for rebellion, treason, and foreign subversion.
The bill passed 175-2 and will not affect ongoing trials, including former President Yoon Suk Yeol's, which is expected to conclude in early 2026.
Liberals intensified complaints after judges denied arrest warrants for key figures tied to Yoon, including former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo.