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[May 26 Trial Recap] Orders to "Drag Out Lawmakers" at Gunpoint: Explosive Testimony and Audio Shake Up the Court On May 26, 2025 , the Seoul Central District Court held the fifth criminal trial against former President Yoon Suk-yeol , accused of leading an attempted insurrection through the illegal declaration of martial law on December 3, 2024. The proceedings revealed striking new developments, including direct military testimony and court-released audio recordings suggesting high-level coordination to forcibly remove lawmakers from the National Assembly. 🔹 Trial Overview Date: May 26, 2025 (10:15 AM) Venue: Seoul Central District Court Presiding Body: Criminal Panel Division 25 Key Attendees: Yoon Suk-yeol (Defendant, former President) Brigadier General Lee Sang-hyun (Commander, 1st Airborne Brigade, Special Warfare Command, Testifying Witness) Prosecutors and Defense Counsel Media and heightened security presence 🔹 Major Trial Dev...

🔍 Trial Overview Date : Monday, May 19, 2025 – 10:15 AM Courtroom : Criminal Division 25, Seoul Central District Court (Presiding Judge: JI Gui-yeon) Participants : Defendant: Yoon Suk-yeol, former President of South Korea Witnesses: Brigadier General Park Jeong-hwan (Chief of Staff, Army Special Warfare Command) Brigadier General Lee Sang-hyun (Commander, 1st Airborne Brigade) (Scheduled, not examined on this date) 🧾 Main Proceedings ✅ A. Continued Testimony by Brigadier General Park Jeong-hwan Described real-time observation of Gen. Gwak Jong-geun (former Commander of the Special Warfare Command) taking a call from a superior and replying, “We’ll break the door and go in.” Ordered troops to secure the National Assembly , following repeated urgent calls even after deployment had begun. Helicopter insertion began at 11:08 PM on Dec 3, 2024. Orders such as “Break the windows,” “Pull the lawmakers out,” “Stop the vote” were conveyed by Gen....

Hello everyone, Today’s post brings a critical update on one of the most closely watched legal proceedings in South Korea – the ongoing trial of former President Yoon Suk-yeol . On May 12, 2025 , the 3rd trial session was held at the Seoul Central District Court , attracting public and media attention due to newly revealed military testimonies that could significantly influence the outcome of the case. Let’s dive into what happened during this key session – including damaging witness statements , the defense’s reaction , and what we can expect in the next round. ⚖️ Trial Overview Date: May 12, 2025 (Monday), 10:15 AM Location: Seoul Central District Court, Criminal Division 25 (Judge Ji Gui-yeon), Room 417 Key Participants: Defendant: Former President Yoon Suk-yeol Witnesses: Captain Oh Sang-bae (former aide to the Commander of the Capital Defense Command) Brigadier General Park Jeong-hwan (Chief of Staff, Special Warfare Command) 🗣️ Testimony 1...

  👋 Introduction: When Politics and Law Collide Hello, and welcome. What happens when the timeline of politics and the timeline of justice crash into each other? In South Korea today, one name sits at the center of this collision: Lee Jae-myung , the presidential candidate from the Democratic Party. While elections are always political, the current controversy is deeply legal as well. That’s because Lee is currently facing multiple high-profile court cases — including charges related to election law and major development scandals. But it's not just the nature of the cases that matters. It's the timing . With the presidential election drawing near, the judiciary's decisions are being seen not only as legal moves — but as potential political interference . ⚖️ Trial Postponed: Why Was the Court Date Moved? Recently, the Seoul High Court postponed the first hearing in Lee Jae-myung's election law violation case. Originally set for May 15, the trial has now ...

  Introduction Hello everyone, and welcome back to my blog. Today, I want to talk about a topic that has shaken South Korea to its core. As many of you may have seen in the news, former President Moon Jae-in has been indicted on bribery charges . This development has not only surprised the political world but also left the general public in shock and disbelief. Moon Jae-in, known for his strong emphasis on fairness and justice during his presidency, now finds himself at the center of a serious legal and political controversy. Many people are struggling to believe that a figure who built his political career on integrity could be standing trial for corruption . This isn’t just another legal dispute. It raises fundamental questions about political trust , the use of power , and the very values that South Korean society holds dear. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at: The bribery charges against former President Moon Jae-in, His connection to former lawmaker L...

Can Former President Yoon Suk-yeol Run Again? Legal Barriers and Political Symbolism Explained In early April 2025, a political phrase began circulating at conservative rallies across South Korea: “YOON AGAIN.” This slogan, simple yet provocative, alludes to the idea of former President Yoon Suk-yeol making a comeback and running in the next presidential election. Originating from a prison letter written by former Minister of National Defense Kim Yong-hyun, the phrase has quickly gained traction among conservative circles both on the streets and online forums. But a crucial legal question arises: Is it even constitutionally possible for Yoon Suk-yeol to run for president again? The Symbolism Behind “YOON AGAIN” The slogan was first introduced through a handwritten letter by Kim Yong-hyun, who called for a political revival of Yoon, praising his firm stance on North Korea and legal reform efforts during his tenure. Supporters have since embraced “YOON AGAIN” as more than a slogan ...

Hello everyone! 👋 Today’s blog post covers an extraordinary moment in Korean constitutional history.  On April 4, 2025 , the Constitutional Court of Korea issued a landmark ruling: the dismissal of President Yoon Suk-yeol from office. Let’s explore what happened, why it happened, and what this means for democracy in Korea. 🧭 Background of the Case The impeachment process began after President Yoon declared martial law on December 3, 2024 , citing national paralysis due to opposition party actions and threats from North Korea. The declaration was made through a live national broadcast and included assigning a military general as the martial law commander. However, within hours, the National Assembly voted unanimously (190/190) to revoke the martial law. On December 4, President Yoon announced the termination of the martial law . Despite this retraction, political and legal responses escalated. A second impeachment motion was proposed and passed on December 14 with 204 ...