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South Korea Court Cancels Yoon Suk-yeol’s Arrest Warrant, Releases Him from Detention

South Korea Court Cancels Yoon Suk-yeol’s Arrest Warrant, Releases Him from Detention

In a significant legal development, a South Korean court has overturned the arrest warrant for former President Yoon Suk-yeol, leading to his immediate release from detention. The decision comes after Yoon was accused of attempting to impose martial law during his presidency, a charge he has vehemently denied.

The court's ruling was based on insufficient evidence to justify Yoon's continued detention, sparking widespread debate across South Korea about judicial processes and political motivations. Yoon's defense team hailed the decision as a victory for justice, while critics argue it reflects a broader issue within the country's legal system.

Yoon, who served as South Korea's president from 2022 to 2026, has been a controversial figure, with his policies and actions often polarizing public opinion. The case against him, centered around allegations of undermining democratic processes, has been closely watched both domestically and internationally as a test of South Korea's commitment to democratic principles.

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