In a dramatic turn of events, South Korean investigators called off their attempt to arrest impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol on Friday. The arrest was related to his unsuccessful bid to impose martial law, which led to significant political tensions.
The Corruption Investigation Office issued a statement explaining that the operation was halted due to an ongoing standoff at President Yoon's residence. \"Regarding the execution of the arrest warrant today, it was determined that the execution was effectively impossible due to the ongoing standoff. Concern for the safety of personnel on-site led to the decision to halt the execution,\" the statement read.
This unexpected development highlights the volatile political climate in South Korea and raises questions about the future stability of the current administration. As investigations continue, both supporters and opponents of President Yoon are closely watching the situation unfold.
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