South Korean police have stepped up measures in a high-profile investigation by imposing an overseas travel ban on former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo and ex-finance minister Choi Sang-mok, a police official said on Tuesday.
This restriction bars both former leaders from leaving the country as authorities delve into allegations of an insurrection. The move underscores the gravity of the probe and signals that investigators are treating the case with extraordinary caution.
Han Duck-soo and Choi Sang-mok, who held top posts in recent administrations, now face strict travel limitations while the investigation unfolds. Legal experts say such bans are typically used to prevent key figures from evading scrutiny or influencing witness testimony abroad.
With national security concerns at stake, all eyes are on how this inquiry will develop and whether more measures will follow. Observers are calling for transparency as the public awaits further updates on the allegations and potential legal consequences for those involved.
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South Korea's ex-PM, ex-finance minister banned from overseas travel
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