Former South Korean President Yoon Sentenced to Five Years for Obstructing JusticeThe former president of South Korea, Yoon Suk Yeol, has been sentenced to five years in prison after being found guilty of obstructing justice and other related offenses. Yoon's conviction stems from his conduct during and after the controversial declaration of martial law in December 2024. The martial law declaration, which lasted approximately six hours, caused widespread disruption in South Korea's political landscape. Following the failed attempt to enforce martial law, Yoon reportedly barricaded himself within his official residence and instructed his security detail to prevent investigators from detaining him. The events surrounding the martial law declaration and subsequent arrest have sparked intense debate over the resilience of South Korea's democratic institutions and the accountability of its elected officials.

Source: The Munich Eye January 16, 2026 16:13 UTC