Apathy and Uncertainty: South Koreans Head to the Polls in a Snap Election

South Korea heads to the polls on June 3rd in a snap election following the tumultuous removal of the former president due to a short-lived martial law declaration. The BBC's Rachel Lee reports from Seoul, capturing the mood on the ground. Many citizens express apathy and disillusionment, with one interviewee stating, "We have to vote. But there's no one to vote for." The two leading candidates, Kim Moonsoo and Lee Jaemyung, while popular, haven't inspired significant enthusiasm, leaving voters feeling fatigued and unenthusiastic. The election comes after months of political turmoil, which one interviewee described as a hastily held election with a lack of preparation. Despite the lack of enthusiasm, the election is critical for South Korea's future, and the outcome will shape the country's trajectory in the coming years.