South Korea’s presidential office raided amid martial law investigation

New Delhi, Dec 11: South Korea is facing a political crisis after a failed attempt by President Yoon Suk Yeol last week to impose martial law. The fallout has led to high-profile resignations, investigations, and public unrest.Former Defence Minister Kim Yong-hyun, who took responsibility for the declaration, attempted suicide while in detention, officials confirmed. Kim was found late Tuesday night and is receiving treatment, according to Shin Yong-hae, the head of the justice ministry’s correctional agency. He had resigned and was detained Sunday as part of the ongoing investigation into the martial law order.Raids on the Presidential Office,Authorities raided the presidential office this week as part of the investigation. Police, prosecutors, and anti-corruption officials are scrutinising President Yoon and his allies, who face charges of insurrection. A travel ban has been imposed on several officials. According to local reports, Yoon’s security team was not informed of the raid beforehand. This marks the first search of a president’s office since 2019, though at that time, materials were handed over voluntarily.