Overview

• South Korean opposition leader Lee Jae-myung began a hunger strike on Aug. 31 to protest government policies.
• Lee criticized the government over economic issues, threats to press freedom, and its stance on Fukushima wastewater release.
• Lee was hospitalized due to dehydration and dizziness from the hunger strike.
• Prosecutors are seeking an arrest warrant for Lee over corruption and bribery allegations, which he denies as a political conspiracy.
• Parliament approval is required for prosecutors to obtain an arrest warrant against Lee.