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South Korean prosecutor seeks death penalty for ex-President Yoon

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A special prosecutor in South Korea is seeking the death penalty for former President Yoon Suk-yeol. This demand comes ahead of an appeal court's verdict on charges related to his alleged planning and imposition of martial law in December 2024. The prosecution argues that Yoon's actions, which included illegally mobilizing troops and police to seize the legislature and arrest opponents, warrant the ultimate penalty due to the severe threat they posed to the nation's democracy. AI

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South Korean prosecutor seeks death penalty for ex-President Yoon

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Associated Press ·

    South Korean prosecutor seeks death penalty for Yoon over martial law

    A South Korean special prosecutor on Thursday demanded the death penalty for ousted president Yoon Suk-yeol, ahead of an appeal court verdict on rebellion charges over his brief imposition of martial law in December 2024. The Seoul High Court has yet to set a date for a verdict o…

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