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Yoon Suk-yeol
What’s Behind the Constitutional Court’s Delayed Verdict on Yoon Suk-yeol’s Impeachment?
By Mitch Shin
The Constitutional Court is taking longer than expected to issue its ruling. South Koreans are divided over how to interpret the delay.
As Impeachment Verdict Nears, Yoon’s Public Support Remains Dismal
By Timothy S. Rich
A recent poll found Yoon's approval rating has dipped even below the immediate post-martial law period – contrasting with other polls showing a pro-Yoon bounce.
South Korea’s Imperial Presidency
By Eunwoo Lee
President Yoon Suk-yeol’s governing style and legislative deadlock engendered calls for constitutional amendment from both sides of South Korea’s political divide.
Yoon’s Martial Law Declaration Was Bad. What He Did Next May Have Been Worse.
By Mitch Shin
As Yoon Suk-yeol embraces the rhetoric of far-right extremists, South Korea has become deeply polarized and political violence is on the rise.
Constitutional Court Closes Impeachment Hearings for South Korea’s President
By Mitch Shin
The six-week trial has ended. Now, the Constitutional Court will decide whether to uphold Yoon Suk-yeol's impeachment.
Angry Young Men Amid South Korea’s Impeachment Turmoil
By Eunwoo Lee
Gender, again, is determining the flow of South Korea’s political upheaval.
Gi-Wook Shin on South Korea’s Political Maelstrom
By Shannon Tiezzi
The martial law episode – and all that followed – “reflects a broader global pattern of democratic erosion but also showcases Korea’s unique strengths.”
Pro-Yoon Rioters Attack Courthouse After New Arrest Warrant Against the President
By Mitch Shin
In the wake of the court’s decision to extend the detention of Yoon Suk-yeol, his supporters used violence against the police and stormed the courthouse.
South Koreans Separate Support on PPP and President Yoon
By Mitch Shin
Despite the public’s support for impeaching the South Korean president, the ruling People Power Party just outpolled the main opposition Democratic Party.
South Korea’s President Yoon Suk-yeol Detained on 2nd Attempt
By Shannon Tiezzi
Over 3,000 police came to bring in Yoon for questioning after a much smaller initial attempt was blocked by presidential security.
North Korea’s Position on the Turmoil in South Korea
By ISOZAKI Atsuhito
Pyongyang has been surprisingly restrained.
The South Korean Government and Presidential Security Service Are Trampling the Rule of Law
By Eunwoo Lee
Their blind protection of President Yoon Suk-yeol perpetuates his insurrection.
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