South Korea's Suspended President Yoon Faces Arrest Blocked by Military Unit

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Tensions escalate in South Korea as suspended President Yoon Suk-yeol faces a looming arrest warrant related to his controversial declaration of martial law. Investigators from the anti-corruption agency sought to enforce the warrant, but encountered obstacles when a military unit intervened at Yoon's residence in Seoul.

Authorities had previously summoned Yoon multiple times, but he neglected to appear. The warrant was issued following his refusal to cooperate with inquiries regarding the martial law he briefly declared on December 3, which shocked both domestic and international observers.

On Friday, as investigators attempted to execute the warrant, they were reportedly thwarted by soldiers stationed at Yoon's residence. The anti-corruption agency was redirected and could not carry out the arrest. Yoon's attorney argued that the warrant's execution was unlawful and hinted at potential legal action in response.

The political crisis has deepened following the South Korean parliament's recent vote for Yoon's impeachment, which occurred in the wake of the martial law declaration. This political turmoil has led to the interim president, Han Duck-soo, being targeted for removal as well, exacerbating the instability in the government.

The situation continues to unfold as investigators, comprised of prosecutors, police, and anti-corruption officials, pursue clarity on the circumstances surrounding Yoon's martial law declaration.

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