In a display of dissent against newly-elected President Yoon Suk-yeol, South Korean protesters took to the streets of downtown Seoul to hold a candle-light vigil and march on Wednesday evening. The demonstrators voiced their concerns and grievances against the new leader, expressing their opposition to his policies and leadership style.
President Yoon, who recently assumed office after winning the presidential election in March, has faced criticism and backlash from various groups within South Korean society. Many have raised concerns about his perceived authoritarian tendencies and his handling of key issues such as human rights, social justice, and economic inequality.
The protesters, who gathered in large numbers, carried candles and placards with slogans denouncing President Yoon and calling for change. They marched through the streets of Seoul, chanting slogans and demanding accountability from the newly-elected leader.
The vigil and march were a continuation of ongoing protests against President Yoon and his administration. The demonstrators are determined to make their voices heard and to hold the government accountable for its actions.
As the night fell and the candles illuminated the streets of Seoul, the protesters stood united in their cause, calling for transparency, accountability, and social justice in the face of what they see as a threat to democracy and freedom in South Korea.
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