Kim Yong-hyun
Kim Yong-hyun is a former South Korean Defense Minister who played a pivotal role in the controversial martial law decree issued by President Yoon Suk Yeol. He reportedly drafted the decree that imposed a sweeping ban on political activities in South Korea, which led to widespread public outrage and subsequent political turmoil. Kim has denied that the imposition of martial law was intended to silence opposition, stating that he proposed the measure in response to a political deadlock.
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Guyana:
Kim Yong-hyun, the former defence minister, conspired with Yoon to subvert the constitutional order and received a 30-year sentence.
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Taiwan:
Former minister of national defense Kim Yong-hyun received a 30-year jail term for his central role in planning the measure.
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United Arab Emirates:
Kim Yong-hyun conspired with Yoon Suk-yeol to undermine the constitutional order.
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United States:
Former defense minister Kim Yong-hyun was found guilty of playing a major role in the insurrection and sentenced to 30 years in prison.
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China:
Former Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun was sentenced to 30 years in prison in the same case as Yoon Suk-yeol.
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Cabo Verde:
Kim Yong-hyun was also found guilty by the same court.
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Ghana:
Ex-defence minister Kim Yong-hyun, who advised Yoon to impose martial law, was jailed for 30 years on Thursday.
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New Zealand:
Former Defence Minister Kim Yong-hyun was sentenced to 30 years in prison for his role in the crisis.
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Switzerland:
Kim Yong Hyun was sentenced to 30 years in prison for his role in the rebellion.
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United Kingdom:
Kim Yong-hyun, the former defence minister, was sentenced to 30 years for his involvement in the insurrection.
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