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South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Faces Arrest by CIO Amid Allegations of Sedition and Abuse of Power

Jan 2, 2025, 01:29 AM

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol faces imminent arrest following the issuance of an arrest warrant by the Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials (CIO). The warrant, issued three days ago, is set to be executed as early as today. President Yoon has indicated his refusal to cooperate with the execution of the warrant, sparking concerns over potential physical confrontations between his supporters and law enforcement. Yoon's supporters have gathered outside his residence in Seoul's Yongsan district, and tensions are escalating as the deadline for the warrant's execution approaches. The warrant is related to allegations of sedition and abuse of power against President Yoon. The Democratic Party has called for the immediate arrest of Yoon, warning that any obstruction would be tantamount to complicity in sedition. Meanwhile, Yoon's legal team has argued that the warrant is illegal and has called for the judge who issued it to be removed from duty.