Seoul: The Presidential Security Service (PSS) has indicated the possibility of blocking a second attempt to detain impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol, emphasizing that any forced entry into Yoon's residence would be "illegal" and that it will act according to its established security protocols.
According to Yonhap News Agency, the PSS released this statement following discussions with the police and the Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials (CIO) regarding the execution of Yoon's arrest warrant, which relates to his brief imposition of martial law. The PSS had previously obstructed the CIO's attempt to detain Yoon on January 3.
The PSS highlighted that specific areas, including the presidential residence, are designated as security zones, national security facilities, critical national facilities, and military protection zones. These areas require prior approval from the appropriate authorities for entry, and any forced entry into these zones would be deemed "illegal."
The PSS assured that it had held sufficient consultations with the police and the CIO to avoid physical confrontations, committing to efforts aimed at preventing clashes during the execution of the arrest warrant.