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Civic Groups Rally Near The Blue House To Oppose War In Iran And South Korean Involvement

A Buddhist monk joins activists in holding placards during a press conference in front of the Blue House in Seoul, South Korea, on March 16, 2026. Religious leaders and civic group members gather to express their opposition to the war in Iran and the potential deployment of South Korean troops. The signs, held prominently by the monk and other participants, urge the government to reject military involvement, with slogans reading ''NO South Korean Troops for the War on Iran'' and ''NO WAR on IRAN.'' (Photo by Chris Jung/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#13456632
Date Taken	16 March 2026
Location	N/A
Photographer	Chris Jung/NurPhoto
Category	Social Issue
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Chris Jung/NurPhoto

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