South Korea removes Yoon Suk Yeol, sets June 3 election

South Korea's Constitutional Court has removed former President Yoon Suk Yeol from office due to his failed attempt to declare martial law, triggering an early presidential election on June 3.

Acting President Han Duck-soo is expected to confirm the date during a Cabinet meeting scheduled for Tuesday.

Candidates must register by May 11 and the official campaign period will begin on May 12.

Public servants running for president are required to resign at least 30 days before the election, making May 4 the deadline for their run.

The newly elected president will assume office immediately after the results without a transition team.