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Explained: The timing behind the attempt to arrest South Korea's impeached president

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South Korea's Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials attempted to arrest impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol at his residence on Friday. CGTN reporter Shen Shiwei explained that the timing was chosen to avoid weekend protests and to demonstrate the agency's resolve. The move came after Yoon's supporters blocked investigators, raising concerns about his lack of cooperation with legal procedures.

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