Han Duck-soo

Han Duck-soo, former Prime Minister of South Korea, has been sentenced to 23 years in prison for his role in an insurrection stemming from former President Yoon Suk-yeol's failed declaration of martial law on December 3, 2024. The Seoul Central District Court found Han guilty of aiding and abetting the martial law declaration, which briefly suspended civilian rule. The court stated that Han disregarded his duties as prime minister. This verdict marks the first judicial ruling that Yoon's martial law attempt constituted insurrection. The conviction is considered a significant blow to Yoon's legacy and legal arguments, potentially impacting Yoon's own upcoming verdict related to the martial law declaration. Han's immediate detention was ordered following the sentencing.