Seoul: Former President Yoon Suk Yeol was sentenced to five years in prison on Friday on charges including the obstruction of investigators' attempt to detain him last year. The Seoul Central District Court delivered the sentence, marking the first ruling on charges related to Yoon's brief imposition of martial law in December 2024.

According to Yonhap News Agency, the charges against Yoon stemmed from actions taken during his presidency that obstructed justice and the lawful efforts of investigators. The court's decision highlights the legal consequences of Yoon's attempt to interfere with the detention process in the previous year.

The ruling comes as a significant development in South Korea's judicial system, demonstrating the legal accountability of former high-ranking officials. The imposition of martial law in December 2024 was a critical point in Yoon's presidency, and this ruling addresses the legal aftermath of those actions.