South Korea's impeached President Yoon ordered to undergo formal arrest following court decision

Yoon Suk Yeol, the former President of South Korea and a former prosecutor, was arrested on insurrection charges, marking the first time a sitting South Korean president has been arrested. He is detained in a 107-square-foot jail cell near Seoul, following his controversial six-hour martial law declaration on December 3, which led to significant political unrest and public protests. Yoon's supporters have rallied in his defense, clashing with police outside the court. He underwent extensive questioning but refused further cooperation, claiming the investigation was illegal. Despite his lawyers’ objections, the Central District Court upheld his detention. Authorities have requested a 20-day extension, potentially prolonging his stay in detention for months.