Han Duck-soo

Han Duck-soo, a former Prime Minister of South Korea, is currently newsworthy due to his recent conviction and sentencing to 23 years in prison for his involvement in an insurrection. This insurrection stemmed from former President Yoon Suk Yeol's failed attempt to impose martial law in December 2024. The court found Han guilty of playing a key role in Yoon's actions, specifically failing to hold a lawful cabinet meeting following the martial law declaration and disregarding his duties as prime minister. This verdict marks the first judicial ruling that Yoon's martial law attempt constituted insurrection. Han's conviction is significant as it undermines Yoon's defense and casts a shadow over the impeached ex-president's upcoming verdict, potentially signaling a broader condemnation of the actions taken during the martial law crisis.