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Feb 3 • 07:34 UTC • 🇰🇷 Korea • Hankyoreh (KR)

Severe Penalties for Secondary Victimization Related to the Itaewon Tragedy

Starting May, individuals spreading false information or defaming victims of the Itaewon tragedy could face up to five years in prison as per a new amendment aimed at protecting their rights.

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