Fears of Violent Demonstrations at Seoul Prompt Warning From American Embassy as Court Decision Nears on Impeachment of South Korea’s President

China and Russia, at odds with America on issues ranging from Ukraine to Taiwan, agree: They’ve put out similar warnings, with the Chinese reportedly telling its citizens not to ‘stay near, participate in or watch’ protests.

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Supporters of the impeached South Korean president, Yoon Suk-yeol, stage a rally to oppose his impeachment near the constitutional court at Seoul, April 1, 2025. AP/Ahn Young-joon

SEOUL — Americans, watch out: You’re in far greater danger this week if you’re in central Seoul than in the demilitarized zone facing North Korean soldiers across the line or at military bases that the North Korean leader, Kim Jong-un, threatens to wipe out with his nukes and missiles.

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