Seoul, South Korea — Reports have emerged alleging that South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol is attempting to suppress opposition figures, sparking political turmoil.
According to sources, raids have reportedly taken place at the offices of major political parties near the National Assembly in Seoul. Arrest warrants are said to have been issued for several high-profile politicians, including Lee Jae-myung, the leader of the Democratic Party of Korea; Kim Gi-hyeon, the leader of the People Power Party; and Woo Won-shik, a prominent member of the Democratic Party and the National Assembly.
These developments have raised concerns over the state of democracy in South Korea, with critics accusing the president of weaponizing judicial powers to silence dissent. The raids and arrests have not been officially confirmed by government authorities, but the allegations are already fueling tensions in the nation's political landscape.
Opposition leaders and civil society groups are calling for transparency and urging international attention to what they describe as a potential breach of democratic norms. Protests are expected to follow in the coming days.
This is a developing story. Stay tuned for updates.
