Korea Joongang Daily
Korea JoongAng Daily

Yoon mostly silent, sometimes sleepy in second criminal hearing on martial law

Former President Yoon Suk Yeol appeared in court, remaining mostly silent during his trial. He eventually spoke about the nature of martial law, while witnesses testified on orders allegedly given by him regarding controlling lawmakers.

2025-04-21

Yoon appears for 2nd criminal trial hearing with cameras rolling

Former President Yoon Suk Yeol appeared in court on Monday for the second hearing in his criminal trial on charges of leading an insurrection, with limited press coverage permitted this time.

2025-04-21

Ex-interior minister questioned overnight in martial law probe

Former Interior and Safety Minister Lee Sang-min returned home Saturday after an overnight police interrogation over his alleged involvement in former President Yoon Suk Yeol's brief imposition of martial law late last year.

2025-04-20

Police question ex-interior minister in martial law probe

Police on Friday questioned former Interior Minister Lee Sang-min over his alleged involvement in former President Yoon Suk Yeol's brief imposition of martial law late last year.

2025-04-19

7 military officers put on leave over alleged martial law debacle

The head of the Army's 707th Special Mission Group and six other military officers have been placed on compulsory leave of absence over their alleged involvement in the Dec. 3 martial law imposition.

2025-04-18

Police raid on presidential office ends in failure after 10-hour standoff

A police attempt to conduct a search and seizure at the presidential office in Yongsan District in central Seoul and nearby official residences on Wednesday ended in failure after nearly 10 hours of standoff.

2025-04-16

Indignant Yoon denies insurrection charges in criminal trial

Former President Yoon Suk Yeol denied leading an insurrection while speaking at the first hearing of a criminal trial over his Dec. 3 martial law declaration.

2025-04-14

What to stream: Jude Law as a fed, a 'Law & Order' reunion and David Oyelowo in an oddball comedy

The Associated Press's entertainment journalists select the best upcoming releases on streaming platforms, from movies and shows to music and games.

2025-04-14

Yoon denies leading insurrection as criminal trial commences

Former President Yoon Suk Yeol denied leading an insurrection during his first court appearance on Monday, as the Seoul Central District Court held the opening session in the high-profile criminal case.

2025-04-14

Ex-President Yoon arrives at court to attend criminal trial

Former President Yoon Suk Yeol arrived at a Seoul court Monday to attend his first trial on insurrection charges related to his attempt to impose martial law in December.

2025-04-14