South Korea's ex-president Yoon given 5-year jail term in first ruling over martial law

Jan 17, 2026 - 03:00

South Korea's ex-president Yoon given 5-year jail term in first ruling over martial law

A South Korean court on Friday sentenced former president Yoon Suk Yeol to five years in prison following his failed bid to impose martial law.

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