A South Korean court has approved an arrest warrant for President Yoon Suk Yeol, marking a historic first in the country. The Seoul Western District Court granted the warrant after an investigation into Yoon’s decision to impose martial law on December 3. The Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials confirmed the court's approval, making this the first time an arrest warrant has been issued for an incumbent South Korean president, according to local reports.

Yoon is facing criminal investigations, with authorities exploring possible insurrection charges related to his brief martial law declaration. The decision to impose martial law has sparked controversy, leading to his impeachment and suspension from power. South Korean investigators had requested the warrant earlier this week, and the court has yet to release further comments on the case. This development marks a significant moment in South Korean politics and governance.

The controversy surrounding the martial law imposition is part of a broader investigation into the president’s actions, as the country grapples with legal, political, and public scrutiny over Yoon's decision and its implications.