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January 2, 2025

South Korea's Yoon Resists Arrest Warrant over Failed Martial Law Declaration
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South Korea's impeached former president has pledged to "fight until the
end" as he resists a warrant for his arrest over his short-lived
declaration of martial law in December. On Tuesday, a court in Seoul
ordered Yoon Suk Yeol to be detained and for his office and residence to
be searched. So far Yoon's presidential security service has blocked
investigators' access amid objections by Yoon's lawyers. Investigators
have until January 6 to execute their search warrant but can request an
extension. If convicted of leading a rebellion, Yoon faces life
imprisonment or the death penalty. 


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