Breaking news: Top court ousts South Korean president, upholding his impeachment

A new leader will be elected.

View in browser April 3, 2025, 10:33 p.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Pool photo by Lee Jin-Man Top Court Ousts South Korean President, Upholding His Impeachment Yoon Suk Yeol, who was suspended after declaring martial law in December, will be permanently removed, the Constitutional Court ruled. A new leader will be elected. Follow live updates 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