President Yoon Suk Yeol was ousted by South Korea's Constitutional Court, which unanimously upheld his impeachment due to a controversial martial law declaration. His supporters and critics remain polarized over his motivations, as allegations of corruption and erroneous election fraud conspiracies entwine his presidency. Massive protests erupted, reflecting a divided public, as South Korean society grapples with the fallout. Prime Minister Han Duck-soo will serve as interim leader until a new election by June 3. The stakes are high as the nation faces crucial decisions regarding its democratic future and relationships with North Korea, the US, and China.