South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment on Saturday, suspending him from his official duties, capped 11 days of political crisis that roiled his country, sparked by his surprise decision to impose martial law.

Thousands of protesters celebrated after the vote, as Yoon is suspended while the prime minister serves as acting president.

South Korea's acting president, Han Duck-soo, sought to reassure allies and stabilize financial markets on Sunday following the impeachment