Hundreds of South Koreans working at a Hyundai-LG battery plant in Georgia were detained in a US immigration raid, creating a major diplomatic challenge for President Lee Jae Myung. The unexpected raid prompted a swift response, with South Korea's top diplomat dispatched to secure the release of the approximately 300 workers. President Lee announced their imminent return, with a chartered plane being sent for repatriation.

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