Seoul: South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is on the brink of impeachment following his controversial attempt to impose martial law, marking a significant political upheaval in the nation. Yoon's declaration of martial law late Tuesday night, which he later reversed, has sparked widespread protests and led to a motion filed by the opposition for his impeachment. The declaration, intended to protect against perceived threats from North Korea and internal dissent, was met with strong resistance from the majority of South Korean lawmakers. According to Anadolu Agency, the opposition, led by the Democratic Party (DP), has accused President Yoon of treason, citing the martial law declaration as unconstitutional and illegal. The DP, holding a dominant position in the National Assembly with 170 seats and additional support from 22 lawmakers, has initiated the impeachment process. However, achieving the required two-thirds majority to impeach the president remains a challenge for the opposition, as they need at lea st eight more votes to secure the impeachment. The potential impeachment of President Yoon has highlighted the ongoing friction within the ruling People Power Party (PPP) and between the president and PPP leader Han Dong-hoon. Han has expressed regret over Yoon's martial law decision, adding to the complexities of the political landscape. If the impeachment motion proceeds, a vote could take place as early as Friday, with the Constitutional Court poised to play a crucial role in the impeachment trial process. In the event of a successful impeachment vote, President Yoon would be suspended from office, and the prime minister would assume the role in an acting capacity. The Constitutional Court would then conduct a trial to evaluate the legality of the martial law declaration, a process that could take up to six months. Should the court confirm the impeachment, a new presidential election must be held within two months. However, the Constitutional Court currently lacks quorum, prompting Prime Minister Han Duc k-soo to consider steps to fill the vacancies before any decision is made. Meanwhile, if the impeachment vote fails, President Yoon's administration may continue to face opposition from a parliament dominated by the DP, complicating future policy decisions. Yoon has criticized the opposition for hindering his administration's efforts, which has led to significant resignations within his cabinet. Additionally, Yoon's administration has been marred by controversies involving First Lady Kim Keon-hee, although prosecutors have decided not to pursue charges against her. The martial law declaration has further strained relations between South Korea and North Korea, although Pyongyang has yet to comment on the situation. The imposition of martial law also resulted in a ban on uniformed personnel entering parliamentary premises, following reports of military intrusion into the National Assembly. As the political drama unfolds, South Korea faces a period of uncertainty and potential change in its leadership.