The Constitutional Court is set to issue its verdict on whether to expel or reinstate the president, who was removed from the presidency by Parliament after martial law was introduced in the country last December.

The court is expected to announce its verdict this week, raising concerns about possible clashes as both supporters and opponents of Yoon are expected to gather in large numbers.

The government will guarantee the right to hold legal and peaceful demonstrations to the fullest extent possible.

However, any illegal or violent demonstrations, as well as any defiance of public authority, will be dealt strictly, in accordance with the law, with no exceptions, Choi said during a Cabinet meeting.

The interim president also urged citizens to maintain a mature civic consciousness, commensurate with the nation’s status.

Amid concerns about possible riots, police announced yesterday that they will mobilize all available resources and on the day of the ruling will designate two capital districts, around the Constitutional Court, as special crime prevention zones.

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