One analyst, as well as supporters of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, says China backed Yoon's ouster in South Korea to weaken U.S. ties and expand its influence by propping up Beijing-friendly political allies.

With his ouster, a presidential election is required to take place within 60 days, according to the South Korea's constitution.

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — Yoon Suk Yeol’s political rise was fast: the former star prosecutor clinched South Korea’s presidency only a year after he entered politics.

Yoon Suk Yeol called South Korea's National Assembly a “den of criminals” when he announced martial law in December.

South Korea’s highest court has removed President Yun Seok-yeol from office in a unanimous decision following his impeachment after he declared martial law.

The nation’s top court unanimously upheld the impeachment of Yoon Suk Yeol, clearing the way for the election of a new president.

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, who declared martial law and had special forces storm the National Assembly, is removed from office.

The unanimous verdict came more than three months after the opposition-controlled National Assembly voted to impeach him.