[Breaking] Former President Park Geun-hye's Prison Message: "Please Unite the Major Opposition Party and the Taegeukgi"

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Cheol-eung] Lawyer Yoo Young-ha conveyed a message from former President Park Geun-hye from prison on the 4th. Former President Park said, "I remained silent because I was worried that a single word from me might cause further division," adding, "However, I am truly sorry and grateful because I cannot feel at ease when I recall the sighs and tears of the numerous citizens who gathered in the square out of concern for the country's future."

He continued, "The country is facing an unprecedented crisis, and under the harsh reality of the people's suffering, I was disappointed by the appearance of the major opposition party seemingly shifting alliances based on political interests, but I accepted it as an inevitable choice to expand the conservative opposition's outreach."

Former President Park said, "There may be differences and gaps that are difficult to bridge between us, but for a better Republic of Korea, I hope all of you who held the Taegeukgi centered around the existing major opposition party will unite your strength. Do not be divided; show unity before history and the people. Your patriotism can rebuild the country. I will also stand together with all of you united."

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