South Korea Police considers travel ban on President Yoon amid martial law probe

Police in South Korea are reportedly considering placing an overseas travel ban on President Yoon Suk Yeol as they investigate possible rebellion charges over his brief imposition of martial law last week, reports said Monday.

South Korea is experiencing severe political unrest as a result of Yoon's martial rule declaration from last Tuesday, which sent armed special forces troops onto the streets of Seoul.

He escaped an impeachment attempt sponsored by the opposition on Sunday, when the majority of legislators from the ruling party did not participate in a floor vote.

However, the opposition parties promised to file a fresh petition of impeachment against him this week.

Police are contemplating preventing Yoon from leaving the nation as they look into the rebellion allegations, according to a report published by Yonhap news agency on Monday. Similar stories were reported by other South Korean media outlets.

While the president mostly has immunity from prosecution while in office, that does not extend to allegations of rebellion or treason.

Former Defence Minister Kim Yong Hyun, who reportedly suggested that Yoon impose martial law, was arrested by South Korean authorities on Sunday. He was the first individual to be arrested in connection with the martial law case.