A former South Korean defence minister charged with insurrection for his role in a short-lived martial law attempt told a court on Thursday that he wanted a broader military deployment but was overruled by President Yoon Suk Yeol.

South Korean anti-corruption agency wrapped up a preliminary investigation into President Yoon Suk Yeol over his ill-fated martial law declaration, and asked prosecutors to indict the impeached leader on charges of insurrection.

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been indicted over his brief martial law imposition last month. Accused of rebellion, Yoon claims his decree was a warning against the opposition. With potential severe legal consequences,