On edge and divided, South Korea awaits Yoon impeachment ruling

Hunger strikes, self-immolation and protests show crisis near breaking point

20250313 Police.jpeg

Police on duty in Seoul on March 12 during a protest against the impeachment of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol. (Photo by Ahn Seong-bok)

STEVEN BOROWIEC

SEOUL -- As South Korea awaits a verdict on the fate of its impeached president, politicians and activists are resorting to ever more extreme tactics in making their case for the country's political future.

Throughout central Seoul, particularly in the environs of the court that will decide the fate of disgraced President Yoon Suk Yeol, members of both pro- and anti-impeachment camps are gathering around the clock in anticipation.

Sponsored Content

About Sponsored ContentThis content was commissioned by Nikkei's Global Business Bureau.