South Korea has placed a travel ban on President Yoon Suk Yeol as part of an investigation into his imposition of martial law last week. The move comes as opposition parties claim his actions were unconstitutional and illegal.

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• South Korea orders a travel ban on President Yoon Suk Yeol amid investigation into martial law imposition.
• Yoon declared martial law on Tuesday, sending special forces to Seoul, leading to political unrest.
• Opposition parties have filed for impeachment after Yoon survived an attempt by lawmakers on Sunday.
• Police are investigating rebellion charges against the president related to his martial law decree.
• Yoon’s martial law declaration has been described by opposition as “unconstitutional, illegal rebellion, or a coup.”
• The National Police Agency is considering preventing Yoon from leaving South Korea.
• Former Defence Minister Kim Yong Hyun, who allegedly suggested martial law, was arrested.
• Yoon faces legal challenges, despite immunity from prosecution, over allegations of rebellion or treason.
• A fresh petition for impeachment against Yoon is expected this week.
• The political crisis has caused severe unrest within South Korea.