South Korea prepares for presidential election amid political upheaval and international challenges
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South Korea is voting for a new president in a highly polarized environment following the impeachment of Yoon Suk Yeol, with opposition candidate Lee Jae-myung leading in polls. The election reflects deep societal divisions, emotional polarization, and concerns over democracy, with the new leader facing a country still grappling with recent political upheavals and regional tensions.
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