The Supreme Court of South Korea has confirmed its ruling to prohibit the publication and distribution of former President Chun Doo-hwan's memoir, a decision that has been met with approval from Gwangju City. In a statement, the city expressed gratitude for the judicial confirmation of historical truths regarding the May 18 Gwangju Uprising, underscoring that justice has been served in upholding the dignity of those who lost their lives during the uprising. Gwangju City's statement highlighted the ruling as a historical decision affirming that lies cannot overshadow the truth, given Chun's lack of remorse for his actions during a violent military coup that occurred in May 1980. They also condemned any attempts to distort history through misleading accounts and pledged to combat such efforts vigorously, reinforcing the idea that accountability will follow any deception aimed at degrading the events of May 18. Additionally, Gwangju Mayor Kang Ki-jung echoed these sentiments on social media, stating that the ruling demonstrates that historical distortion is not an expression of freedom of speech but a clear illegality. Emphasizing a commitment to uphold the principles of democratic governance, the mayor also asserted that spaces will not be provided for those perpetuating historical inaccuracies. The city now plans to actively advocate for the incorporation of the 'May 18 spirit' into the Constitution, emphasizing the ongoing relevance of this historical event in shaping national identity and democracy.