South Korea's political crisis deepens with impeachment ruling delay

South Korea is facing a significant political crisis as the ruling on President Yoon's impeachment is delayed. The opposition is urging the court to make a quick decision. They believe a swift verdict is necessary to help the country move forward and reduce the uncertainty many are feeling. Experts note that the prolonged suspension of President Yoon is causing economic hardships and diplomatic stagnation. Lee Jun-han, a political science professor, stated that South Korea is experiencing growing "suffering" due to these delays. The court usually notifies the public of ruling dates two to three days in advance, suggesting that a final decision may not come until next week. President Yoon has defended his actions, claiming that he was responding to threats from groups he labels as "anti-state forces" related to North Korea and China. Meanwhile, liberal opposition parties worry that the court might be under pressure from Yoon's supporters, especially after his recent release from detention on technical grounds.