Southing Korea's acting President Han Duck-soo resigns DW 05/01/2025
Briefly

Han Duck-soo, the acting president of South Korea, announced his resignation to focus on his presidential aspirations, which he plans to launch imminently. His departure follows an intense political landscape marked by his impeachment after conflicting stances with opposition parties, particularly concerning Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law and judicial appointments. Han emphasized his commitment to tackling the pressing issues facing the nation, indicating a readiness to transition from his current role to a more demanding presidential campaign ahead.
"I have two paths ahead of me. One is completing the heavy responsibility that I handle now. The other is putting down that responsibility and taking a heavier responsibility," Han said.
"I've finally determined to put down my post to do what I can and what I have to help overcome the crises facing us," the politician said.
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