Former South Korean President's Charges Ruled Illegal

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol, who was ousted for declaring a state of emergency in the country, has been released from custody following a court ruling. Local media reported this development.

The Seoul Central District Court granted Yoon Suk-yeol's request to lift his detention. The politician had submitted a petition to the court, stating that the charges against him for declaring a state of emergency on December 3 were illegal.