Seoul: Former President Yoon Suk Yeol is set to attend the third hearing of his insurrection trial on Monday amid keen interest in whether he will stand before reporters for the first time before entering the court. Yoon faces charges of leading an insurrection through his failed bid to impose martial law in December.

According to Yonhap News Agency, Yoon was able to avoid standing at the so-called photo line in front of the Seoul Central District Court before the two previous hearings, as his request to enter via underground parking was accepted. However, court authorities have rejected the same request this time. As a precaution, the court has announced the closure of certain entrances and will conduct thorough security checks.

The hearing is scheduled to begin at 10:15 a.m. It will be the first session since Yoon was additionally indicted on charges of abuse of power earlier this month. Two military officers have been summoned to testify as witnesses. If convicted of insurrection, Yoon could face a maximum penalty of life in prison or death.