Former Prime Minister Han received a 23-year sentence for participation in an insurrection, specifically for aiding ex-President Yoon's December 3 insurrection. This judgment represents the initial verdict under martial law for this event.
Separately, Lee issued criticism regarding political-religious collusion during a New Year's press conference, stating it constituted a 'path to national ruin.'
Legal representatives for ex-President Yoon denied charges during his ongoing perjury trial.
In a legislative development, a proposed bill aims to require the disclosure of user nationalities on online platforms, which may affect foreign individuals using these services.