In brief
Han Duck-soo, who has served as acting president since the impeachment of Yoon Suk Yeol, announced his resignation on Thursday, paving the way for his candidacy in the upcoming presidential election set for June 3. His decision comes in the wake of a Supreme Court ruling that poses challenges for the leading opposition candidate, Lee Jae-myung, further complicating an already tumultuous political landscape.
The ongoing political chaos in South Korea has stemmed from a series of controversies, including Yoon's declaration of martial law late last year, which led to his ousting. Han Duck-soo, appointed by Yoon, temporarily took over but faced impeachment himself, only to later return to power as acting president by the Constitutional Court. In his resignation statement, Han expressed his desire to do his part in addressing the nation’s crises, which has been felt since the transition of power.While he has not explicitly confirmed his presidential ambitions, Han's statement has been interpreted by media and political analysts as an implicit declaration of his intent to run. Reports indicate that he may formally announce his candidacy later this week. As the political situation evolves, South Korean citizens are hoping for a resolution that could stabilize the government and bring about positive change.
