A South Korean court sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to 30 years in prison over charges linked to military drones sent over Pyongyang.

Seoul, South Korea

Who

former President Yoon Suk Yeol, Seoul Central District Court

What

When

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 03:15:00 GMT · 1h 51m ago

Where

Seoul, South Korea ·

Why

The drones were sent over Pyongyang to help create a pretext for his failed December 2024 martial law declaration.

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This ruling adds to previous judgments against the former leader, who was impeached, and reflects continued political turmoil in South Korea. It highlights accountability for high-ranking officials in the nation's legal system.

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Japan Today
https://japantoday.com/category/world/south-korea-court-sentences-ex-president-yoon-to-30-year-jail-term-in-drone-case1
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