S Korea police raise security levels ahead of impeachment verdict
- On Friday, a court in Seoul will rule on impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol's fate.
- Yoon's impeachment stems from his abortive declaration of martial law, leading to his suspension.
- Authorities are preparing for potential unrest, as hundreds of thousands have protested for and against Yoon.
- Officials, including Lee Ho-young, and embassies issued warnings, with the Chinese embassy stating, 'Do not participate'.
- Police will mobilize all available resources, close schools and tourist sites to prevent violence, and ensure public safety.
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Proclamation of President Yoon: South Korean police mobilised before verdict
In South Korea, the Constitutional Court strengthens itself on the eve of the verdict of President Yoon Suk-yeol's dismissal trial. The municipality wants to avoid violence by establishing a large security perimeter and deploying several thousand law enforcement officers.
With Court Decision Nearing on South Korean President’s Impeachment, Fears of Violent Demonstrations Prompt Warning From American Embassy
China and Russia, at odds with America on issues ranging from Ukraine to Taiwan, agree: They’ve put out similar warnings, with the Chinese reportedly telling its citizens not to ‘stay near, participate in or watch’ protests.
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