The aftermath of South Korea's Constitutional Court's pivotal decision on President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment was charged with emotion. As crowds gathered outside the courthouse, supporters and opponents were separated by barriers. The ruling drew a divided response, with jubilation from Yoon's impeachment supporters and anger or dismay from his detractors. The moment was marked by expressions of hope and relief from those in favor of the ruling, emphasizing a desire for a more positive political environment in the country. This event underscored the intense political climate in South Korea, reflecting deep divisions among the populace.
Those supporting Mr. Yoon's impeachment reacted with hugs, screams and fists pumped in the air to the unanimous decision to remove him from office.
It's been so hard, but now my heart is relieved, said Kim Ji-seon, 55, who brought her daughter to witness the verdict in the hopes that Mr. Yoon's impeachment would be upheld.
Protesters celebrating in downtown Seoul had mixed reactions, with cheers from supporters of the impeachment and dismay from those opposing it.
The crowds for and against the dismissal of the country's impeached president, Yoon Suk Yeol, were separated by police buses and metal barriers up to 13 feet in height.
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