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Yun Sok-yol: Death Penalty Request

South Korea's prosecution demands death penalty for former chief

South Korea's prosecution has requested the death penalty for former President Yoon Suk-yeol during a trial on charges of orchestrating a rebellion. Yoon, who came to power in 2022, is accused of violating laws and attempting a coup. The death penalty remains the sole charge among his accusations. The court is expected to deliver a verdict in the coming weeks.

Context

Yoon Suk-yeol became president of South Korea in 2022 following the end of his predecessor's term.

Summary:

Yun Suk-yeol, former president of South Korea, was arrested, and prosecutors demanded the death penalty in a trial on charges of rebellion.