In a significant development, South Korea's impeached president, Yoon Suk-yeol, issued a public apology to the nation regarding his recent declaration of martial law. This statement comes amidst ongoing impeachment proceedings that threaten to formally remove him from office.
During his final remarks to the Constitutional Court, Yoon vehemently denied any allegations of insurrection. \"The opposition party claims that I declared martial law to establish a dictatorship and extend my rule. This is a fabricated scheme to frame me for insurrection,\" he stated.
Yoon's legal team has urged the dismissal of his impeachment, arguing that the opposition's unilateral actions forced his temporary imposition of martial law. They contend that this measure was necessary given the political climate.
Meanwhile, the National Assembly's legal team pressed forward with demands for Yoon's removal from office, as reported by local media outlet Yonhap on Tuesday.
This apology marks a critical moment in South Korea's political landscape, highlighting the intense power struggles and the fragile nature of its democratic institutions.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
