A former South Korean president, Yoon Suk-yeol, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for authorizing the deployment of military drones into North Korea. The court found Yoon attempted to instigate a conflict with Pyongyang. Prosecutors argued the drone operation was a deliberate provocation intended to manufacture a justification for imposing martial law in December 2024. The scheme aimed to create a pretext for heightened security measures and potentially suppress domestic dissent. The verdict follows a lengthy investigation and trial focused on the alleged plot. This sentencing marks a significant development in South Korean politics and raises questions about past government actions. Further appeals are expected from the defense team.