'Took actions beyond the powers': South Korea's constitutional court removes President Yoon Suk Yeol from office

South Korea's Constitutional Court unanimously ruled to remove impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol from office over his disastrous martial law declaration, triggering fresh elections after months of political turmoil. Yoon, 64, was suspended by lawmakers over his December 3 attempt to subvert civilian rule, which saw armed soldiers deployed to parliament. He was also arrested on insurrection charges as part of a separate criminal case.

South Korea’s Constitutional Court upheld President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment, officially removing him from office for declaring martial law. The court found...