June 10, 2026
The appellate court upheld the lower court's finding that Han engaged in key acts to help Yoon declare martial law and did not dissuade him
Death penalty is being sought for Yoon over related martial law charges
The defeat has left conservative leaders pointing fingers and trading blame as the party searches for a new direction
Han is expected to address the nation upon his resignation on Thursday afternoon and formally announce his candidacy on Friday for the June 3 election
Seoul says talks to cover tariff exemptions or reductions and could cover potential cooperation on shipbuilding, energy
Han took over as acting leader from President Yoon Suk Yeol, who was himself impeached over his short-lived declaration of martial law in December
