South Korea is grappling with a significant political upheaval as former President Yoon Suk-yeol resists arrest following his impeachment. The controversy stems from a failed martial law decree, which led to his suspension last month after parliament swiftly overturned the move.
In a dramatic turn of events on Friday, Yoon's presidential guards and military troops intervened to protect him from investigators attempting to execute the arrest warrant. The tense standoff, which occurred just days before the warrant was set to expire, highlighted the deep divisions within the country's political landscape.
An anonymous official from the investigation team described the situation as dangerous, estimating that around 200 personnel were involved in blocking the arrest attempt, although the actual number could have been higher. \"There was a standoff. While we estimated the personnel blocking us to be around 200, there could have been more,\" the official revealed.
This incident underscores the fragile state of South Korea's governance and the intense political rivalries that continue to shape its future. As the nation watches closely, the outcome of this crisis could have lasting implications for its political stability and democratic institutions.
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S. Korea in political crisis after impeached president resists arrest
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