Dhaka, Dec. 26 -- South Korean prosecutors on Friday sought a 10-year prison sentence for ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol in the first criminal case linked to his failed attempt to impose martial law in 2024.

Independent counsel Cho Eun-suk asked the Seoul Central District Court to hand down the sentence after the trial concluded on charges that include obstruction of official duties, abuse of power, falsifying official documents and destroying evidence. A verdict could come as early as next month.

Yoon's lawyers rejected the request as excessive and politically motivated, saying there were no legal grounds for such a harsh punishment.

The case is the first to wrap up among seven criminal trials Yoon faces. He is also on trial for other...