Over 300 South Korean Workers Detained at Hyundai Plant in Georgia to be Released Following US-South Korea Negotiations
In a significant development, South Korea has confirmed that over 300 nationals detained during a recent ICE raid at a Hyundai plant in Georgia are set to be repatriated. Following negotiations between Seoul and Washington, officials announced the completion of talks that will allow these workers, many of whom held visitor visas, to return home. The massive immigration raid, which resulted in the detention of around 475 individuals, sparked diplomatic tensions as it raised concerns over US immigration policies and affected the lives of many South Korean citizens. South Korea has expressed its deep concern regarding the arrests and has committed to supporting the affected workers as they prepare for their return.
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