Prosecutors seek arrest of defence minister over imposition of martial law

Prosecutors wish to arrest Kim Yong Hyun, seen here speaking in Canada (Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press via AP)

South Korean prosecutors are seeking to formally arrest the former defence minister alleged to have colluded with President Yoon Suk Yeol in imposing martial law last week, as authorities investigate whether their acts amount to rebellion.

Martial law, the first in more than 40 years, lasted only about six hours but has triggered a domestic firestorm and large street protests.