Update: November 12, 11:40 PM

The Cho Eun-seok special prosecutor's team for rebellion has requested an arrest warrant for Hwang Kyo-ahn, leader of the new party "Freedom and Innovation" and former Prime Minister, who was arrested on charges of instigating rebellion.

According to comprehensive domestic media reports on the 12th, the special prosecution team announced in a press release on the same day, "We have requested an arrest warrant for former Prime Minister Hwang Kyo-ahn on charges of instigating rebellion at around 6:50 PM today."

The immediate request for an arrest warrant on the day of arrest is unusual.

The special prosecution team alleges that former Prime Minister Hwang participated in rebellion propaganda by posting a supportive message for the declaration of martial law on his Facebook page on December 3rd of last year, when former President Yoon Suk-yeol declared martial law.

In response, former Prime Minister Hwang is known to have denied all charges, stating, "The declaration of martial law is not rebellion."

A spokesperson for the special prosecution team stated at a briefing that day, "We believe Mr. Hwang Kyo-ahn's social impact and weight are different from those of ordinary citizens."

The court's hearing to review the arrest warrant for Mr. Hwang Kyo-ahn is scheduled to take place at approximately 4 PM on the 13th at the Seoul Central District Court, presided over by Chief Judge Park Jeong-ho, who handles arrest warrants.

Hwang Kyo-ahn, leader of the Freedom and Innovation party, is being taken into custody at his residence on the 12th. / Yonhap News.Previous Article: November 12, 3:30 PM

[Comprehensive 2nd Report] Rebellion Special Prosecution Arrests Former Prime Minister Hwang Kyo-ahn... Exercising Right to Remain Silent

Taken into custody from his home around 10:30 AM

Arrest warrant for rebellion propaganda and incitement charges

"Not execution of justice, but political retaliation"

It has been reported that Hwang Kyo-ahn, leader of the new party "Freedom and Innovation" and former Prime Minister, arrested by the Cho Eun-seok special prosecutor's team on charges of rebellion propaganda and incitement, is refusing to make a statement.

According to officials from the Freedom and Innovation party on the 12th, Mr. Hwang was taken into custody from his home around 10:30 AM and has been exercising his right to remain silent as of 3 PM.

The special prosecution team had previously dispatched police to Mr. Hwang's home in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, early in the morning, forcibly opened the door around 8 AM, and entered the premises.

According to party officials, the special prosecution team presented Mr. Hwang with an arrest warrant before executing it, and conducted a search and seizure for nearly two hours starting at 9:30 AM. Lawyer Park Ju-hyun was present at the scene.

According to a video obtained by this newspaper from a party official, Mr. Hwang Kyo-ahn conveyed his position to the special prosecution team: "Because they do not agree with their intentions... When did the laws of the Republic of Korea become so undermined?"

The arrest warrant is valid for 48 hours. The special prosecution team is reportedly considering requesting an arrest warrant.

The National Movement Headquarters for the Rectification of the Republic of Korea (Daegukbon) immediately issued a statement strongly condemning the special prosecution's execution of the arrest warrant.

In its statement, Daegukbon argued, "Martial law is a legal system established by the Constitution, and defining it as rebellion, an emergency measure to prevent national chaos, is a direct denial of the Constitution." Furthermore, it criticized, "To frame an act of expressing one's opinion on a personal SNS immediately after the declaration of martial law, out of concern for national chaos, as 'incitement to rebellion' is an act that simultaneously undermines the boundaries of common sense and law."

It continued, "The crime of incitement to rebellion is established only when there is direct incitement to overthrow the system by force. The claim that 'Facebook posts' constitute incitement to rebellion has no legal basis whatsoever." It added, "Anyone who knows criminal law will understand this. This is not the application of law, but a targeted investigation based on political intent."

Daegukbon further lamented, "The forced arrest of an individual who served as Prime Minister and Minister of Justice from their home at dawn is not an execution of justice but political retaliation." It condemned, "The special prosecution's coercive investigation, disregarding due process and common sense, is a rampage by a political judicial institution serving the commands of the regime, not the law."

Three party officials arrested on charges of obstruction of official duties during the attempted execution of the warrant were taken to the Gwangjin Police Station detention center in Seoul around 11:30 AM.

Other party officials and supporters are strongly opposing the execution of the warrant, labeling it a "violent act."

On the 12th, the day the rebellion special prosecution arrested Hwang Kyo-ahn, leader of the Freedom and Innovation party, a citizen is protesting with a "Communist Party of China OUT" sign. / Photo courtesy of Freedom and Innovation Party.

Previous Article: November 12, 10:25 AM

[Comprehensive] Rebellion Special Prosecution Arrests Former Prime Minister Hwang Kyo-ahn... Search and Seizure of Residence Underway

Warrant issued on charges of rebellion propaganda and incitement

"When did the laws of the Republic of Korea become so undermined?" he lamented.

A party official suffered a fractured finger and was pushed down the stairs.

The Cho Eun-seok special prosecutor's team has arrested Hwang Kyo-ahn, leader of the new party "Freedom and Innovation" and former Prime Minister, on charges of rebellion propaganda and incitement.

According to a comprehensive report by <한미일보> (Hanmi Ilbo) on the 12th, the special prosecution team dispatched police to Mr. Hwang's residence in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, early in the morning. Around 8 AM, they forcibly opened the door and investigators entered the premises.

According to party officials, the special prosecution team presented Mr. Hwang with an arrest warrant and is in the process of executing it. As of 9:30 AM, they are conducting a search and seizure, which had been attempted twice previously without success. Lawyer Park Ju-hyun is present at the scene.

According to a video obtained by this newspaper from a party official, Mr. Hwang Kyo-ahn conveyed his position to the special prosecution team: "Because they do not agree with their intentions... When did the laws of the Republic of Korea become so undermined?"

The arrest warrant is valid for 48 hours. The special prosecution team is reportedly considering requesting an arrest warrant.

It is reported that the special prosecution team arrested three individuals, including some party officials present at the scene, on charges of obstruction of official duties during the attempted execution of the warrant.

Other party officials and supporters are strongly opposing the execution of the warrant, labeling it a "violent act."

Party officials, in particular, are raising issues with the bias of the special prosecution's investigation.

They argue that it is illogical to apply charges of "propaganda and incitement to rebellion" to Mr. Hwang and pursue coercive measures when the Constitutional Court is proceeding with the impeachment trial of President Yoon Suk-yeol without including rebellion charges, and no judicial decision has yet been made regarding President Yoon's alleged rebellion charges.

This is the first attempt by the special prosecution team to execute an arrest warrant for Mr. Hwang in 16 days, following the failed attempt at coercive investigation of his residence in Yongsan-gu on the 27th of last month.

Meanwhile, citizens, party officials, and members of the "Anti-Election Fraud and Corruption Brigade" have been maintaining a presence at the scene in preparation for a potential surprise re-execution.

A party official from the Freedom and Innovation party, who was reportedly pushed down the stairs during the rebellion special prosecution's execution of the arrest warrant for leader Hwang Kyo-ahn, is seen lying on the ground with his shirt off after being taken into custody by the police. / Photo courtesy of a Freedom and Innovation Party official.

Previous Article: November 12, 9:33 AM

[Report 3] Former Prime Minister Hwang Kyo-ahn: "When did the laws of the Republic of Korea become so undermined?"... Special Prosecution Enters Premises, Arrest Warrant Execution Imminent

Warrant issued on charges of inciting rebellion

A party official also suffered a fractured finger

Hwang Kyo-ahn conveys his position to special prosecution officials who have entered the premises. / Captured from a video provided by a party official.

Hwang Kyo-ahn, leader of the new party "Freedom and Innovation" and former Prime Minister, lamented on the 12th, "When did the laws of the Republic of Korea become so undermined?"

According to a video obtained by <한미일보> (Hanmi Ilbo) from a party official, Mr. Hwang admonished the Cho Eun-seok special prosecutor's team, who forcibly opened the door and entered his residence in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, around 8 AM this morning, saying, "Because they do not agree with their intentions..."

According to comprehensive reports by this newspaper, the special prosecution team entered Mr. Hwang's residence around 8 AM and is reportedly explaining the purpose of the warrant to Mr. Hwang. Therefore, the warrant is expected to be executed shortly. Lawyer Park Ju-hyun is present at the scene.

Earlier, it was reported that the special prosecution team had obtained an arrest warrant for Mr. Hwang from the court on charges of inciting rebellion.

Consequently, it is reported that the special prosecution team, which proceeded with the forced execution, arrested three individuals, including some party officials present at the scene, on charges of obstruction of official duties.

In the process, one party official reportedly suffered a fractured finger.

Police forces blocking the entrance to former Prime Minister Hwang Kyo-ahn's residence. / Photo courtesy of Freedom and Innovation Party.

Previous Article: November 12, 8:59 AM

[Report 2] Rebellion Special Prosecution Enters Former Prime Minister Hwang Kyo-ahn's Residence... Arrest Warrant Execution Imminent

Warrant issued on charges of inciting rebellion

Three individuals, including party officials, arrested on charges of obstructing official duties

The damaged front door of former Prime Minister Hwang Kyo-ahn's residence. The shoes of special prosecution team investigators are visible. / Photo courtesy of a Freedom and Innovation Party official.

The Cho Eun-seok special prosecutor's team has begun executing an arrest warrant for Hwang Kyo-ahn, leader of the new party "Freedom and Innovation" and former Prime Minister, on the 12th.

According to comprehensive reports by <한미일보> (Hanmi Ilbo), the special prosecution team dispatched police to Mr. Hwang's residence in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, early in the morning. Around 8 AM, they forcibly opened the door and entered the premises.

According to party officials, the special prosecution team is reportedly explaining the purpose of the warrant to Mr. Hwang. Therefore, the warrant is expected to be executed shortly.

Earlier, it was reported that the special prosecution team had obtained an arrest warrant for Mr. Hwang from the court on charges of inciting rebellion.

It is reported that the special prosecution team arrested three individuals, including some party officials present at the scene, on charges of obstruction of official duties during the attempted execution of the warrant.

Other party officials and supporters are strongly opposing the execution of the warrant, labeling it a "violent act."

Previous Article: November 12, 8:22 AM

[Breaking News] Rebellion Special Prosecution Attempts to Execute Arrest Warrant for Former Prime Minister Hwang Kyo-ahn... Party Official Arrested

Warrant reportedly issued on charges of inciting rebellion

Rebellion special prosecution team began execution early this morning

The Cho Eun-seok special prosecutor's team has begun executing an arrest warrant for Hwang Kyo-ahn, leader of the new party "Freedom and Innovation" and former Prime Minister, on the 12th.

The special prosecution team dispatched police to Mr. Hwang's residence in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, early this morning and is attempting to execute the arrest warrant.

Earlier, it was reported that the special prosecution team had obtained an arrest warrant for Mr. Hwang from the court on charges of inciting rebellion.

It is reported that the special prosecution team arrested some party officials present at the scene on charges of obstruction of official duties during the attempted execution of the warrant.

Other party officials and supporters are strongly opposing the execution of the warrant, labeling it a "violent act." As of 7:30 AM today, the special prosecution team has not yet entered the premises and is in a standoff with party officials.

Party officials are raising issues with the bias of the special prosecution's investigation.

They argue that it is illogical to apply charges of "propaganda and incitement to rebellion" to Mr. Hwang and pursue coercive measures when the Constitutional Court is proceeding with the impeachment trial of President Yoon Suk-yeol without including rebellion charges, and no judicial decision has yet been made regarding President Yoon's alleged rebellion charges.

This is the first attempt by the special prosecution team to execute an arrest warrant for Mr. Hwang in 16 days, following the failed attempt at coercive investigation of his residence in Yongsan-gu on the 27th of last month.

Meanwhile, citizens, party officials, and members of the "Anti-Election Fraud and Corruption Brigade (Bubangdae)" have been maintaining a presence at the scene in preparation for a potential surprise re-execution.