An estimated 15,000 people gathered near the presidential residence beginning at 10 a.m., awaiting the court’s decision. When Acting Chief Justice Moon Hyung-bae announced the verdict, the crowd reacted with anguish — some collapsing to the ground, others crying openly.
Emotions ran high. Some protesters tore apart placards bearing the slogan “Yoon is back,” while others directed their frustration at the ranks of riot police stationed to maintain order.
“What will happen to our president now?” one woman sobbed as she clutched a South Korean flag.
Jeon Kwang-hoon, leader of an ultra-right group that supports Yoon, called for continued resistance.
“Those who cannot accept this impeachment should gather at Gwanghwamun Square tomorrow at 1 p.m.,” he said to a roaring crowd.
The supporters had organized what they called a “welcome back parade,” anticipating the court would overturn the impeachment.
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Kim Dong-young
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