Supporters of South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol staged a sit-in outside his Hannam-dong residence on Thursday, blocking law enforcement’s efforts to execute an unprecedented arrest warrant. Protesters blocked access to the residence, while some formed human chains and lay on the ground in defiance of police orders.

Law enforcement, including riot police, maintained a cautious stance, refraining from using force to disperse the crowd amid heightened concerns over potential clashes. The Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials has indicated plans to attempt the warrant’s execution on Friday. The warrant remains valid until Monday, Jan. 6.