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Continued Standoff Over Detention of Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol

South Korea's anti-corruption agency seeks police assistance to detain impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol amid ongoing protests and political turmoil.

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Updated: Jan 5th, 2025, 10:04 PM ET

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In South Korea, protests against impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol escalate as the anti-corruption agency requests police aid for his detention. After a failed attempt to arrest him due to a standoff with Yoon's security forces, authorities are considering a new warrant as tensions rise. Yoon's impeachment, stemming from charges of rebellion for declaring martial law, complicates the situation. His legal team contests the warrants, emphasizing Yoon's rights against the backdrop of political turmoil and societal division.

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