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Seok Dong-hyun

Inserted 5 days ago

“Yoon said he will not be discouraged by the wrongful detention. In his impeachment trial [at the Constitutional Court], Yoon will reveal the unfairness of the impeachment motion and the emergency political crisis the country is currently facing.”

Koreatimes

Yoon’s lawyer

15 Jan 2025 4 3

Yoon Seok-youl

Inserted 5 days ago

“As the president who must defend the Constitution and legal system, responding to this illegal and invalid warrant execution is not an acknowledgment of the CIO's legal authority to investigate the case, but simply a desire to prevent clashes.”

Koreatimes

President of South Korea

15 Jan 2025 2 2

Patrick Fok

Inserted 5 days ago

“The Presidential Security team has warned once again that it sees that this arrest warrant is having no legal basis and said that they will carry out regular security protocols. That presumably means they will do whatever it takes to protect the president, who remains barricaded inside his official residence right now.”

Aljazeera

Journalist reporting for Al Jazeera from Seoul

14 Jan 2025 3 2

Hwang Joon-kook

Inserted 1 week ago

“The Jan. 6 missile launch shows exactly where this blood money ends up. The DPRK sacrifices its own people to fulfill its nuclear ambitions and further contributes to deaths and destruction in Ukraine. North Korean troops, deployed to Russia, are essentially slaves to North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, who are brainwashed to sacrifice their lives on faraway battlefields to raise money for the Kim regime and secure advanced military technology from Russia. This is why I repeatedly emphasize that we need to look at both nuclear and human rights issues of the DPRK simultaneously at the Security Council. The human rights situation in the DPRK remains intrinsically linked to international peace and security.”

Koreatimes

Permanent Representative of the Republic of Korea to the United Nations

08 Jan 2025 11 2

Park Chan-dae

Inserted 2 weeks ago

“We issue a stern warning to the PSS [Presidential Security Service]. Blocking the warrant execution amounts to an act of rebellion. Oh Dong-woon, the chief of CIO [Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials], must not evade his responsibility and promptly execute the warrant to detain Yoon.”

Koreatimes

Democratic Party floor leader

05 Jan 2025 6 2

Park Chong-jun

Inserted 2 weeks ago

“We exist solely for the absolute safety of the president. Cooperating with the execution of a warrant against the president means giving up protecting the president.”

Koreatimes

Chief of the Presidential Security Service (PSS)

05 Jan 2025 1 2

Yun Gap-geun

Inserted 2 weeks ago

“Disobeying security orders is a serious matter that undermines the foundation of the presidential security system essential to national security. We aim to hold those who committed illegal acts accountable under relevant laws.”

Koreatimes

Yoon Suk Yeol’s lawyer

05 Jan 2025 3 2

Ahn Byong-jin

Inserted 2 weeks ago

“Yoon Suk Yeol is depending on the South Korean version of MAGA to hold onto power.”

Nytimes

Political scientist at Kyung Hee University in Seoul

04 Jan 2025 2 2

Choi Sang-mok

Inserted 2 weeks ago

“I decided to appoint the Constitutional Court justices because of the need to end the political uncertainty and social conflict as soon as possible and stop a possible crisis in the economy and people's livelihoods.”

En

South Korea Acting President

31 Dec 2024 4 2

Kang Yu-jung

Inserted 3 weeks ago

“The acting president's primary responsibility is to restore constitutional order and put an end to the chaos caused by insurrectionists. Choi [Choi Sang-mok] must immediately appoint the Constitutional Court justices. There is no middle ground or room for delay between siding with insurrectionists and saving the nation. We urge him to make a prompt decision.”

Koreatimes

Floor spokeswoman for the main opposition Democratic Party of Korea (DPK)

29 Dec 2024 5 2

Kang Sun-woo

Inserted 3 weeks ago

“The prosecution has laid bare the undeniable ugly truth about Yoon Suk Yeol, the treasonous ringleader. He must be arrested immediately.”

France24

Opposition Democratic Party lawmaker

28 Dec 2024 2 2

Choi Sang-mok

Inserted 3 weeks ago

“Minimizing the chaos in state affairs is the most urgent task right now. The government will put all of its efforts into maintaining robust security, a stable economy, and law and order, so that the safety of the nation and people's daily lives are not disrupted.”

Koreatimes

South Korean Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance

27 Dec 2024 3 3

Lee Jae-myung

Inserted 3 weeks ago

“We will mobilize all resources and fulfill our historical responsibility until Yoon Suk Yeol is removed from office, his loyalist forces are eradicated, and the rebellion is fully suppressed.”

Koreatimes

Leader of the opposition Democratic Party

27 Dec 2024 3 2

Han Duck-soo

Inserted 3 weeks ago

“I respect the decision of the National Assembly, and in order to prevent further confusion and uncertainties, my duties will be suspended in accordance with relevant laws, while I will wait for the swift and wise decision of the Constitutional Court.”

Koreatimes

Acting President of South Korea

27 Dec 2024 2 2

Woo Won-sik

Inserted 3 weeks ago

“This is an impeachment motion against Prime Minister Han Duck-soo. In accordance with Article 65 Clause 2 of the Constitution, it will be approved by a majority of total members. While there are differing views on the quorum, the subject of this impeachment motion is the prime minister, who is temporarily exercising presidential power.”

Koreatimes

Speaker of the National Assembly of South Korea

27 Dec 2024 6 2

Choi Sang-mok

Inserted 3 weeks ago

“A dreadful scenario of acting presidents one after the other should be avoided. An impeachment motion against the acting president equates to a motion against the entire Cabinet. The national economy and people's livelihood can't handle expanded political uncertainties stemming from such a scenario. In a time of global trade wars and national emergencies, the absence of a control tower for state affairs would cause severe damage to our country's credibility, economy, national security and governance continuity.”

Koreatimes

South Korean Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance

27 Dec 2024 6 3

Noh Hee-bum

Inserted 4 weeks ago

“Given that the president's [Yoon Suk Yeol] strategy appears aimed at delaying the process, the Constitutional Court is likely to issue a clear statement on its decision to proceed as planned to preempt further delays. The court also might express its willingness to actively cooperate with the president to ensure the trial progresses smoothly.”

Koreatimes

South Korean Attorney

Read the Background

22 Dec 2024 2 2

Han Dong-hoon

Inserted 1 month ago

“Martial law in the advanced nation that is South Korea, in 2024. How angry and disappointed must you have all been? Even though [the martial law] was done by a president our party produced, being misunderstood as defending illegal martial law that mobilised the military is a betrayal of this great country. I tried in every possible way to find a better path for this country other than impeachment, but in the end, I could not. It's all because of my shortcomings. I'm sorry.”

Theguardian

Leader of the People Power Party

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16 Dec 2024 2 3

Eom Gyeong-yeong

Inserted 1 month ago

“Korea needs to quickly activate a high-level consultative council, consisting of both rival parties and the government. The council should include the acting president, Deputy Prime Minister Choi Sang-mok and the floor leaders of both parties. It is essential to promptly establish this high-level council to tackle key issues. I think it is right for the ruling party to continue playing its assumed role until the impeachment decision is made. Going forward, the ruling party should adopt a more proactive cooperative stance, engaging in cooperative dialogue toward policies proposed by the opposition. The opposition should also recognize the ruling party's role and status. I believe it is appropriate for the acting president to take a more passive and defensive approach on politically sensitive bills or major issues. While the government should be proactive on issues affecting people's livelihoods, it should adopt a more cautious approach on politically contentious matters.”

Koreatimes

Director of the Zeitgeist Institute, a private political think tank

15 Dec 2024 3 3

Leif-Eric Easley

Inserted 1 month ago

“Mr. Yoon's impeachment is not the end of South Korea's political turmoil. It is not even the beginning of the end. The impeachment concluded only an executive-legislative standoff over an attempt at martial law. Next is Yoon's defense in front of the Constitutional Court and likely prosecution for insurrection.”

Nytimes

Professor at Ewha University in Seoul

14 Dec 2024 7 3

Simon Henderson

Inserted 1 month ago

“The impeachment proceedings highlight how checks and balances are essential in stopping abuses of power and supporting the rule of law.”

Nytimes

Deputy Asia director of Human Rights Watch

14 Dec 2024 3 3

Han Dong-hoon

Inserted 1 month ago

“My heart is very heavy. In this heavy time, I will focus all my strength and effort to stably run the affairs of the state.”

Nytimes

Leader of the People Power Party

14 Dec 2024 0 2

Shin Dong-wook

Inserted 1 month ago

“Considering the chaos in state affairs, the impeachment vote is not appropriate. The impeachment tragedy should not be repeated.”

Koreatimes

Spokesperson of the PPP

07 Dec 2024 1 2

Lee Jae-myung

Inserted 1 month ago

“PPP [People Power Party] is not a democratic party. The PPP is a criminal traitor that actively participated in the act of rebellion. We will push for the impeachment vote again and pass the impeachment by the end of this year. Han [PPP leader Han Dong-hoon] should bear historical responsibility.”

Koreatimes

Leader of the opposition Democratic Party

Read the Background

07 Dec 2024 5 3

Yoon Seok-youl

Inserted 1 month ago

“However, the process [of declaring martial law] caused anxiety and inconvenience to the public. I sincerely apologize to the citizens who must have been startled. I will not shirk legal and political responsibility regarding the declaration of martial law. I will entrust measures on how to stabilize the political situation, including my term in office, to our party. Moving forward, our party and the government will jointly take responsibility for state affairs. Once again, I bow my head in apology for causing concern to the public.”

Koreatimes

President of South Korea

07 Dec 2024 1 2

Han Dong-hoon

Inserted 1 month ago

“I said yesterday that I would try not to pass this impeachment in order to prevent damage to the people and supporters caused by the unprepared chaos, but I believe that President Yoon Suk Yeol's immediate suspension of office is necessary to protect the Republic of Korea and its people in light of the newly revealed facts. Considering the newly emerging facts, I believe that a swift suspension of President Yoon Suk Yeol's duties is necessary to safeguard the Republic of Korea and its people. Yoon had not taken any personnel actions against military officials who had illegally intervened. Furthermore, he does not acknowledge that this illegal martial law is wrong.”

Theguardian

Leader of the People Power Party

06 Dec 2024 3 2

Cho Kyung-tae

Inserted 1 month ago

“The choice is between standing on the side of the people by suspending the president's duties or becoming an ally of the forces that imposed martial law is a matter for politicians to judge. I hope that all the politicians of the People's Power will stand on the side of the people.”

Bbc

People Power Party (PPP) MP

06 Dec 2024 3 2

Han Dong-hoon

Inserted 1 month ago

“Extreme actions such as the martial law declaration on Tueaday - could be repeated if Yoon remains in office. [These will] putting the Republic of Korea and its people at great risk.”

Bbc

Leader of the People Power Party

06 Dec 2024 3 2

Lee Jae-myung

Inserted 1 month ago

“The declaration of martial law was a rebellion waged by the president in order to maintain or extend his power. It's an act of insurrection. It's a pro-military coup.”

Theguardian

Leader of the opposition Democratic Party

05 Dec 2024 (approx) 2 2

Eom Gyeong-yeong

Inserted 1 month ago

“Whether the Assembly passes the motion hinges on Yoon's latest approval rating to be released on Friday. If Yoon's approval rating falls below 10 percent on Friday, it's highly likely that the impeachment motion will be passed on Saturday. Lawmakers, especially those in rural areas, are very sensitive to the public sentiment and polls. Although the PPP is discussing follow-up measures after the martial law chaos, their actions are falling short of public expectations.”

Koreatimes

Director of the Zeitgeist Institute, a private political think tank

05 Dec 2024 5 2

Rhee Jong-hoon

Inserted 1 month ago

“I think the motion will likely be passed if the ruling party leaves the choice up to PPP lawmakers themselves. Even some lawmakers from the pro-Yoon faction are deliberating whether to vote for impeachment. But I heard that the ruling party may block its members from entering the plenary session on Saturday. In that case, things may get tricky. But opposition parties will likely submit the motion again and again until it is passed.”

Koreatimes

Political commentator

05 Dec 2024 3 2

Park Chan-dae

Inserted 1 month ago

“As Han [PPP leader Han Dong-hoon] said, the martial law was an unconstitutional, illegal act. The PPP's official stance to oppose the impeachment means they agree with the martial law or are complicit in treason.”

Koreatimes

Democratic Party floor leader

05 Dec 2024 4 3

Han Dong-hoon

Inserted 1 month ago

“As the ruling party leader, I will work to ensure that the impeachment motion does not pass, in order to prevent damage to the people and supporters (of the ruling bloc) that would arise from unexpected chaos. I'm not trying to advocate unconstitutional martial law. Those responsible for causing chaos by declaring unconstitutional martial law, including the president, must be held strictly accountable. But we need to prevent a force that attemps to take power to escape criminal charges [This refers to DPK leader Lee Jae-myung, who is expected to become the next president and is currently on trial for multiple criminal charges].”

Koreatimes

Leader of the People Power Party

05 Dec 2024 2 2

Jo Seoung-lae

Inserted 1 month ago

“We want to give enough time to PPP [People Power Party] lawmakers to deliberate over their decision on Yoon's unconstitutional coup attempt or treason charge. Now is the time to act according to one's conscience, not based on political interests.”

Koreatimes

Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) spokesman

05 Dec 2024 3 3

Sung Hee Park

Inserted 1 month ago

“The media's aggressive and critical response to the declaration of martial law showed that Korea's press freedom is alive and well. South Koreans are very digitally connected and any attempt to suppress or dominate the flow of information cannot easily succeed.”

Nytimes

Professor of media at Ewha Womans University in Seoul

04 Dec 2024 3 3

Ahn Byong-jin

Inserted 1 month ago

“He [Yoon Suk Yeol] must have felt that he was surrounded by enemies and that he must make a bold decision. But it's mind-boggling that he didn't know how it would be received by the National Assembly and the people.”

Nytimes

Political scientist at Kyung Hee University in Seoul

04 Dec 2024 2 2

Sung Deuk Hahm

Inserted 1 month ago

“The best option for Mr. Yoon is to resign. As tragic as it may seem, what happened overnight showed the resilience and durability of South Korean democracy. The president appeared to grow increasingly despondent in recent months, particularly over escalating scandals surrounding him and his wife and the relentless political pressure from the opposition. Things have become too much for him. He became mentally unstable under political pressure.”

Nytimes

Professor of political science at Kyonggi University

04 Dec 2024 4 2

Jo Seoung-lae

Inserted 1 month ago

“We'll seek Yoon to be punished for treason for the unconstitutional, illegal martial law. We'll file a complaint against Yoon, Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun and Interior Minister Lee Sang-min, and seek to impeach them.”

Koreatimes

Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) spokesman

04 Dec 2024 3 2

Han Dong-hoon

Inserted 1 month ago

“As the ruling party, we deeply apologise to the public for this distressing situation. We will do our part as the ruling party to minimize the economic and diplomatic damage. We are committed to uncovering the full details of how this situation arose and taking the necessary measures.”

Aje

Leader of the People Power Party

04 Dec 2024 1 2

Darcie Draudt-Véjares

Inserted 1 month ago

“President Yoon Suk-yeol's miscalculation reveals the depth of his administration's crisis and desperation to deal with political turmoil within his own party. Yoon has been facing opposition not just from outside his party but also within - including from his own party chair Han Dong-hoo - amid a growing number of scandals. This attempt to override democratic institutions suggests either desperate overreach or grievous undemocratic impulses. The swift lifting of the martial law order and the past three decades have shown that South Koreans will not tolerate democratic backsliding - even if its leaders from Yoon to the ousted President Park Geun-hye fail them.”

Aje

Fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace's Asia Program

03 Dec 2024 4 2

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“Yoon said he will not be discouraged by the wrongful detention. In his impeachment trial [at the Constitutional Court], Yoon will reveal the unfairness of the impeachment motion and the emergency political crisis the country is currently facing.”

“As the president who must defend the Constitution and legal system, responding to this illegal and invalid warrant execution is not an acknowledgment of the CIO's legal authority to investigate the case, but simply a desire to prevent clashes.”

“We exist solely for the absolute safety of the president. Cooperating with the execution of a warrant against the president means giving up protecting the president.”

“Disobeying security orders is a serious matter that undermines the foundation of the presidential security system essential to national security. We aim to hold those who committed illegal acts accountable under relevant laws.”

“Yoon Suk Yeol is depending on the South Korean version of MAGA to hold onto power.”

“I decided to appoint the Constitutional Court justices because of the need to end the political uncertainty and social conflict as soon as possible and stop a possible crisis in the economy and people's livelihoods.”

“The prosecution has laid bare the undeniable ugly truth about Yoon Suk Yeol, the treasonous ringleader. He must be arrested immediately.”

“Minimizing the chaos in state affairs is the most urgent task right now. The government will put all of its efforts into maintaining robust security, a stable economy, and law and order, so that the safety of the nation and people's daily lives are not disrupted.”

“We will mobilize all resources and fulfill our historical responsibility until Yoon Suk Yeol is removed from office, his loyalist forces are eradicated, and the rebellion is fully suppressed.”

“I respect the decision of the National Assembly, and in order to prevent further confusion and uncertainties, my duties will be suspended in accordance with relevant laws, while I will wait for the swift and wise decision of the Constitutional Court.”

“The impeachment proceedings highlight how checks and balances are essential in stopping abuses of power and supporting the rule of law.”

“My heart is very heavy. In this heavy time, I will focus all my strength and effort to stably run the affairs of the state.”

“Considering the chaos in state affairs, the impeachment vote is not appropriate. The impeachment tragedy should not be repeated.”

“The choice is between standing on the side of the people by suspending the president's duties or becoming an ally of the forces that imposed martial law is a matter for politicians to judge. I hope that all the politicians of the People's Power will stand on the side of the people.”

“Extreme actions such as the martial law declaration on Tueaday - could be repeated if Yoon remains in office. [These will] putting the Republic of Korea and its people at great risk.”

“The declaration of martial law was a rebellion waged by the president in order to maintain or extend his power. It's an act of insurrection. It's a pro-military coup.”

“As Han [PPP leader Han Dong-hoon] said, the martial law was an unconstitutional, illegal act. The PPP's official stance to oppose the impeachment means they agree with the martial law or are complicit in treason.”

“We want to give enough time to PPP [People Power Party] lawmakers to deliberate over their decision on Yoon's unconstitutional coup attempt or treason charge. Now is the time to act according to one's conscience, not based on political interests.”

“The media's aggressive and critical response to the declaration of martial law showed that Korea's press freedom is alive and well. South Koreans are very digitally connected and any attempt to suppress or dominate the flow of information cannot easily succeed.”

“He [Yoon Suk Yeol] must have felt that he was surrounded by enemies and that he must make a bold decision. But it's mind-boggling that he didn't know how it would be received by the National Assembly and the people.”

“We'll seek Yoon to be punished for treason for the unconstitutional, illegal martial law. We'll file a complaint against Yoon, Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun and Interior Minister Lee Sang-min, and seek to impeach them.”

“As the ruling party, we deeply apologise to the public for this distressing situation. We will do our part as the ruling party to minimize the economic and diplomatic damage. We are committed to uncovering the full details of how this situation arose and taking the necessary measures.”

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