K-pop light sticks fire up impeachment protests in South Korea
By Hyunsu Yim, Nicoco Chan, Minwoo Park SEOUL (Reuters) -While South Korean protesters have long employed songs, dances and chants, customised light sticks popular with K-pop fans have emerged as an effective new tool for demonstrators calling for the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol.
K-pop light sticks fire up impeachment protests in South Korea - WATCH
Tens of thousands of South Koreans protest against President Yoon Suk Yeol's failed martial law attempt, using vibrant K-pop light sticks to unite and call for his impeachment, showcasing a new wave of activism blending music and political expression.
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