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Who Is Han Duck-soo, South Korea’s Acting President After Yoon’s Impeachment?

Who Is Han Duck-soo, South Korea’s Acting President After Yoon’s Impeachment?

With the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol, South Korea finds itself in a period of political uncertainty, and all eyes have turned to Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, who has stepped in as acting president. Han’s appointment is not unexpected—South Korea’s Constitution dictates that if a president is suspended, the prime minister assumes presidential duties until the situation is resolved. But who is Han Duck-soo, and what does he bring to this pivotal role? Who is Han Duck-soo? Han Duck-soo ...

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Impeached, Marking a Historic Political Showdown

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Impeached, Marking a Historic Political Showdown

South Korea’s political landscape experienced a dramatic turn on Saturday as lawmakers voted to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol. The decision came after Yoon’s brief declaration of martial law earlier this month, which stunned the nation and sent shockwaves through its democratic institutions. His move to impose martial law was widely viewed as an attempt to muzzle an opposition-controlled National Assembly, raising serious concerns both domestically and abroad. The Impeachment Vote and Immediate Consequences A total of 204 legislators voted ...