Ex-JCS chief banned from leaving country over alleged martial law role - Yonhap News Agency

Ex-JCS chief banned from leaving country over alleged martial law role. The Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) has banned its former chief from leaving the country as part of an investigation into allegations that he played a role in the imposition of martial law during the previous administration. The ban was reportedly issued after prosecutors requested it, citing concerns that the former chief might attempt to flee the country or destroy evidence. The investigation is ongoing, and the former chief has denied any wrongdoing.