On March 8, following news of Yoon Suk-yeolโs release, the leadership of the Emergency Action coalition declared sit-in protests, hunger strikes, and Urgent Action Week, during which urgent rallies were held every evening at 7 PM until the court day of Yoon's dismissal. The Korean Council also actively participated in this Urgent Action Week, as outlined below.
๐ March 10th
From Monday, signaling the start of a demanding week, citizens took to the streets after long hours of work. Starting on March 8, daily protests continued, with participants marching the streets together and sharing their stories. Amid the Constitutional Courtโs continued delay, the committee of the Emergency Action began a hunger strike. Their health visibly deteriorated, but they drew strength from the peopleโs unwavering support and the ongoing resistance against the insurrection.
๐ March 11th
Today, 150,000 citizens gathered in Seoul to demand justice.ย
"Although I felt devastated and defeated by the news of Yoon Suk-yeolโs release, I have refocused my mind and committed to fighting with even greater determination."ย
โThe situation now is different from the impeachment of Park Geun-hye. The forces of insurrection are more deeply rooted and united. To end the chaos, a swift ruling on Yoonโs impeachment is essential.โ
Meanwhile, sit-in protests have begun in Ulsan, with ongoing protests in Daejeon, Mokpo, Gwangju, Jeju, and Chuncheon.
๐ March 12th
After wrapping up the Wednesday demonstration, activists from the Korean Council left behind their busy schedules and returned to the streets. We came together to hear the voices of people in solidarity. We visited those continuing their hunger strike, including the Chairperson Lee Na-young and others, who remain on the frontlines of the struggle. As always, the streets were filled with vibrant and creative flags, each symbolizing causes for social justice: gender equality, family structures, poverty, disability rights, labor issues, and more. Every flag represented a part of the fight for a society we can all live in, and none was disconnected from the issue of the Japanese militaryโs sexual slavery. As we walked the streets, we reflected on how to build deeper connections with those holding similar flags.
๐ March 13th
The fifth day of the urgent action began as citizens filled the Sphere of Light once again, continuing their fight for the removal of Yoon Suk-yeol and the dismantling of insurrectionist forces, including the prosecution, the ruling party, and far-right groups. While martial law has been lifted, constitutional order continues to be undermined. Insurrectionist forces still control state institutions, remain within the National Assembly, and persist in spreading falsehoods. This ongoing struggle, activists say, is not just about removing Yoon Suk-yeol; it is about uprooting the insurrectionist forces and restoring democracy to the nation.
๐ March 14th
Since the release of Yoon Suk-yeol, the Constitutional Court has hesitated and delayed its ruling. Despite it being a weekday, countless citizens have continued to gather in the street. People demand that the Constitutional Court must swiftly respond to the voices of enraged citizens and deliver a ruling for Yoonโs impeachment without further delay. The voices of justice, truth, and solidarity continue to grow louder. As the movement persists, activists are determined to drive the necessary social reforms from the streets. The darkness can never overcome the light.
๐ March 18th
With the return of colder weather, citizens once again donned their winter coats and gathered in Gwanghwamun, frustrated by the continued delay of the Constitutional Courtโs ruling. Despite the cold, the crowd continued to grow. The Korean Council reaffirmed our commitment to participating in the ongoing fight for social reforms that will from the people.
๐ March 19th
On March 19, activists from the Korean Council participated in a one-meal hunger strike and an urgent action. Despite 95 days having passed since the impeachment motion was passed, the Constitutional Court remains silent. "Has the ruling date been set?" Activists check their phones repeatedly, hoping for an answer, as citizens continue to wait, day after day. While the people hope "Maybe today, maybe today," the Constitutional Court has yet to respond. With the strength of solidarity and united efforts, the message is clear: we will not stop fighting until we win. The Korean Council pledges to continue standing with the people until victory.
๐ March 20th
Despite it being a weekday, citizens poured into the streets, unable to bear the frustration and anger any longer. "What is the Constitutional Court waiting for?" ย "We cannot just remain silent and wait."
Together, we gathered to listen to each otherโs voices, seeking out the quieter, often overlooked stories beneath the loud calls for justice.ย
These suppressed, silenced narratives are being collected and shared, echoing like a song through the streets. The message is clear: the reason for change lies within these voices, and we will continue to take action toward transformation.
๐ March 21st
The Constitutional Court has yet to announce a ruling date, further fueling public frustration. In response, the Emergency Action coalition and the Korean Council continue daily protests at 7 PM in Gwanghwamun until the impeachment ruling is issued.
On March 8, following news of Yoon Suk-yeolโs release, the leadership of the Emergency Action coalition declared sit-in protests, hunger strikes, and Urgent Action Week, during which urgent rallies were held every evening at 7 PM until the court day of Yoon's dismissal. The Korean Council also actively participated in this Urgent Action Week, as outlined below.
๐ March 10th
From Monday, signaling the start of a demanding week, citizens took to the streets after long hours of work. Starting on March 8, daily protests continued, with participants marching the streets together and sharing their stories. Amid the Constitutional Courtโs continued delay, the committee of the Emergency Action began a hunger strike. Their health visibly deteriorated, but they drew strength from the peopleโs unwavering support and the ongoing resistance against the insurrection.
๐ March 11th
"Although I felt devastated and defeated by the news of Yoon Suk-yeolโs release, I have refocused my mind and committed to fighting with even greater determination."ย
โThe situation now is different from the impeachment of Park Geun-hye. The forces of insurrection are more deeply rooted and united. To end the chaos, a swift ruling on Yoonโs impeachment is essential.โ
Meanwhile, sit-in protests have begun in Ulsan, with ongoing protests in Daejeon, Mokpo, Gwangju, Jeju, and Chuncheon.
๐ March 12th
After wrapping up the Wednesday demonstration, activists from the Korean Council left behind their busy schedules and returned to the streets. We came together to hear the voices of people in solidarity. We visited those continuing their hunger strike, including the Chairperson Lee Na-young and others, who remain on the frontlines of the struggle. As always, the streets were filled with vibrant and creative flags, each symbolizing causes for social justice: gender equality, family structures, poverty, disability rights, labor issues, and more. Every flag represented a part of the fight for a society we can all live in, and none was disconnected from the issue of the Japanese militaryโs sexual slavery. As we walked the streets, we reflected on how to build deeper connections with those holding similar flags.
๐ March 13th
The fifth day of the urgent action began as citizens filled the Sphere of Light once again, continuing their fight for the removal of Yoon Suk-yeol and the dismantling of insurrectionist forces, including the prosecution, the ruling party, and far-right groups. While martial law has been lifted, constitutional order continues to be undermined. Insurrectionist forces still control state institutions, remain within the National Assembly, and persist in spreading falsehoods. This ongoing struggle, activists say, is not just about removing Yoon Suk-yeol; it is about uprooting the insurrectionist forces and restoring democracy to the nation.
๐ March 14th
๐ March 18th
With the return of colder weather, citizens once again donned their winter coats and gathered in Gwanghwamun, frustrated by the continued delay of the Constitutional Courtโs ruling. Despite the cold, the crowd continued to grow. The Korean Council reaffirmed our commitment to participating in the ongoing fight for social reforms that will from the people.
๐ March 19th
On March 19, activists from the Korean Council participated in a one-meal hunger strike and an urgent action. Despite 95 days having passed since the impeachment motion was passed, the Constitutional Court remains silent. "Has the ruling date been set?" Activists check their phones repeatedly, hoping for an answer, as citizens continue to wait, day after day. While the people hope "Maybe today, maybe today," the Constitutional Court has yet to respond. With the strength of solidarity and united efforts, the message is clear: we will not stop fighting until we win. The Korean Council pledges to continue standing with the people until victory.
๐ March 20th
Despite it being a weekday, citizens poured into the streets, unable to bear the frustration and anger any longer. "What is the Constitutional Court waiting for?" ย "We cannot just remain silent and wait."
Together, we gathered to listen to each otherโs voices, seeking out the quieter, often overlooked stories beneath the loud calls for justice.ย
These suppressed, silenced narratives are being collected and shared, echoing like a song through the streets. The message is clear: the reason for change lies within these voices, and we will continue to take action toward transformation.
๐ March 21st
The Constitutional Court has yet to announce a ruling date, further fueling public frustration. In response, the Emergency Action coalition and the Korean Council continue daily protests at 7 PM in Gwanghwamun until the impeachment ruling is issued.