Koh Ewe and Yuna Ku reported from Singapore and Seoul that despite the impeachment of former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, his support among right-wing groups remains strong. These groups, fueled by right-wing YouTubers, have become more energized and extreme, clashing with police and even resulting in deaths. This has led to a divided South Korea, with conservatives shocked by the level of violence and disillusionment with mainstream media. The report suggests that Yoon’s popularity among these groups may have been boosted by a shared opposition to the Democratic Party, which they accuse of election fraud and appeasing China and North Korea. YouTubers have become influential in gathering support for Yoon, with some preying on disinformation and conspiracy theories, suggesting that political differences could deepen divisions in South Korean society.

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