Seoul: The presidential office has expressed criticism over a court's decision to issue a warrant for the formal arrest of President Yoon Suk Yeol regarding his failed martial law bid. The decision by the court has intensified the political crisis in South Korea, following Yoon's detention for questioning concerning his December 3 martial law decree.

According to Yonhap News Agency, the Seoul Western District Court decided to detain the impeached president for an extended period on Sunday, citing potential risks of evidence tampering. This decision has stirred significant political unrest, with Chung Jin-suk, Yoon's chief of staff, suggesting that the public will ultimately decide whether the martial law declaration was a constitutional violation or a necessary emergency measure.

The presidential office is set to conduct a chief secretary meeting on Sunday morning to discuss further response strategies in light of Yoon's formal arrest. The ongoing situation continues to draw significant attention both domestically and internationally as South Korea navigates through this unprecedented political turmoil.