Supreme Court to rule on former PM, interior minister's insurrection charges

South Korea's Supreme Court is scheduled to convene its full bench to make a decision on the insurrection trials of former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo and former Interior Minister Lee Sang-min. Both individuals face accusations of playing a significant role in the brief imposition of martial law by former President Yoon Suk Yeol in December 2024. This legal development marks a critical juncture for the former officials.

In a separate but related initiative aimed at de-escalating tensions and fostering peace, South Korea's Unification Ministry has proposed a policy shift regarding North Korea. The ministry suggests ceasing to refer to North Korea as the 'main enemy' and instead using its official name. This proposed change is intended to promote peaceful coexistence between the two Koreas and contribute to peace in the broader Northeast Asian region. The initiative seeks to revive inter-Korean relations through a more conciliatory approach.