Former South Korean Defense Minister, Kim Yong-hyun has attempted to end his own life while in custody, the head of the country’s correctional service said Wednesday, as a political crisis following President Yoon‘s brief declaration of martial law continues to escalate .
Separately, South Korean police raided the presidential office on Wednesday, as part of a widening investigation into President Yoon Suk Yeol’s short-lived declaration of martial law that sparked widespread public anger in the country.
President Yoon has been barred from leaving the country as prosecutors weigh possible insurrection charges and opposition lawmakers continue to seek his impeachment.
Former Defense Minister Kim was detained in the capital Seoul on Sunday, becoming the first figure detained over the case. He allegedly recommended the imposition of martial law and resigned as defense minister…
Source: Linda Ikeji
