“I am watching live on the YouTube platform all the hard work you are doing. I will fight to the end to protect this country with you,” according to Reuters citing the letter from the President. Korean President Yoon on January 1.
Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol
Mr. Yoon Suk Yeol said that Korea is in danger because of the activities of anti-state groups and foreign forces that violate its sovereignty. Therefore, he will fight to the end to protect this country, not the government or party, a liberal democracy will definitely win.
The above message was printed on A4 paper with President Yoon’s signature, probably for supporters who gathered in front of the palace in Seoul to protest the opposition’s desire to impeach Mr. Yoon.
The Korean court issued an arrest warrant for President Yoon
Opposition lawmakers strongly criticized President Yoon’s latest message, accusing him of inciting his supporters and causing more chaos. Democratic Party spokesman Jo Seoung-lae said in a statement: “As if trying to stage a rebellion was not enough, he has now incited his supporters to engage in a clash.” extreme”.
The President of South Korea is currently facing an arrest warrant. Previously, the Seoul Western District Court issued an arrest warrant for Mr. Yoon on January 2 on charges of masterminding the declaration of martial law on December 3, 2024 and abuse of power. Mr. Yoon became the first sitting Korean president to face an arrest warrant.
However, it is unclear whether the Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Korean Officials (CIO) will be able to carry out arrest warrants as the Presidential Security Agency announced that it will still implement security measures. completely following the correct procedure. According to Reuters, the CIO has until January 6, 2025 to arrest Mr. Yoon.
