Breaking news: South Korea’s president is detained for questioning over martial law

The police have 48 hours to question President Yoon Suk Yeol.

View in browser Jan. 14, 2025, 9:18 p.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Pool photo by Kim Hong-Ji South Korea's President, in a First, Is Detained for Questioning Over Martial Law Yoon Suk Yeol became the first South Korean leader to be detained while in office, as a tense standoff between his supporters and the authorities ended. Read more Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018