February 25, 2026 | Seoul, Republic of Korea
Global Broadcast Press Release: 157th Open Letter to Her Holiness Holy Mother Han, Revered as the Mother of Peace; His Excellency President Lee Jae-myung; Distinguished Members of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea; Cherished Citizens of the Republic of Korea; and the 8 Billion Global Citizens Committed to Compassion, Unity, and Lasting Harmony
President Lee Jae-myung, the honorable citizens of the Republic of Korea, and fellow global citizens, we extend our deepest apologies for the profound injustice inflicted upon Dr. Hak Ja Han—an 83-year-old beacon of unity and selfless leadership. This investigative press release, crafted by dedicated journalists at Happy TV News in partnership with the Global Peace Building Network (GPBNet) and proponents of the True Love Revolution, weaves in the latest developments from South Korea and around the world as of February 25, 2026. Sourced from credible outlets including Yonhap News Agency, The Korea Times, Anadolu Agency, Chosun Ilbo, Korea JoongAng Daily, Reuters, The Washington Post, and international human rights reports, this in-depth analysis uncovers a glaring violation of fundamental rights against a tireless champion of global solidarity. It blends her uplifting tale of enduring empathy and transformation with practical steps for individuals worldwide to safeguard religious freedoms, heal divisions, and propel a collective drive to end all conflicts.
Recent South Korean news trends spotlight the Seoul Central District Court's rejection on February 20, 2026, of Dr. Hak Ja Han's request to extend her temporary medical release, resulting in her re-incarceration at the Seoul Detention Center on February 21—despite evident health dangers such as multiple falls and ongoing ailments. Reports from Yonhap, Chosun Ilbo, and Anadolu Agency highlight prosecutorial excesses, protections for elderly detainees, and breaches of religious liberties, with international resonance from the 2026 International Religious Freedom (IRF) Summit fueling demands for her freedom. Social media traction under #ReleaseTheMotherOfPeace has exploded, with New York protests and digital campaigns underscoring global outrage. Wider patterns indicate growing alarms over South Korea's erosion of democratic principles, mirroring critiques of religious persecution and biased probes amid broader economic news like stock surges and export booms, yet overshadowed by human rights concerns.
Dr. Hak Ja Han, co-founder of the Family Federation for World Peace and Unification (FFWPU) and universally acclaimed as the Mother of Peace, continues to endure unjust pretrial detention in South Korea on disputed charges of bribery and political funding violations—allegations fiercely contested by her advocates and defense team as fabricated and politically fueled. Arrested on September 22, 2025, without conviction or complete trial, she has now suffered 157 days in custody as of February 25, 2026, interrupted only by brief medical reprieves. This week's events in South Korea have intensified scrutiny on religious freedoms, elderly inmate safeguards, and overzealous prosecutions, amplified by voices from the IRF Summit 2026 in Washington, D.C., held earlier this month. Key advancements include the court's February 11 ruling to pause detention from 10:00 a.m. February 12 to 2:00 p.m. February 21 for essential treatment, following a February 4 appeal by her attorneys citing her age and declining health—a repeat of a short 2025 release for glaucoma care that wasn't prolonged.
This ordeal blatantly defies South Korea's Constitution: Article 20 shields religious freedom from state interference; Article 12 demands due process and prohibits arbitrary arrests; Article 11 ensures equality under law; and Article 21 protects speech and assembly—all egregiously disregarded. Her robust 14-member legal team, comprising former prosecutors and judges, argues that officials rely on unreliable testimonies while dismissing health appeals, exposing inconsistencies in investigations tied to former First Lady Kim Keon-hee and revealing systemic biases.
At 83, Dr. Han's fragile condition heightens the urgency: advancing macular degeneration nearing blindness, acute glaucoma, diabetes, atrial fibrillation posing heart failure risks, significant weight loss, and debilitating knee issues compelling her to crawl for basics. In January 2026, she endured three documented falls (January 5, 15, and 23), causing hip and pelvic injuries, plus a January 27 courtroom collapse that halted proceedings. A court-ordered February 9 medical assessment arose from delayed hearings, with supporters stressing insufficient pain relief and the necessity for continuous specialized care. These conditions breach the United Nations' Nelson Mandela Rules, mandating detention as a last resort for the elderly or ill, prioritizing dignity and non-custodial options—standards South Korea, as a leading democracy, ought to uphold but has woefully abandoned.
Dr. Hak Ja Han returned to the Seoul Detention Center on February 21, 2026, at 2 p.m. KST, after the court declined to extend her medical suspension. This temporary halt, granted February 11 and effective from February 12, was not bail but a restricted hospital stay limited to medical staff and lawyers. Advocates await rulings on further extensions amid mounting worries over her health decline. Since her September 22, 2025, arrest on contested bribery allegations, Dr. Han has faced at least three falls in custody: January 5, 15, and 23, 2026. CDC data identifies falls as the top cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries for those over 65. South Korea's Constitution (Article 10) guarantees human dignity and happiness, interpreted by courts to include health protections and compassionate treatment. Ignoring medical evidence (e.g., fall logs and chronic illnesses) in sustaining detention, potentially leading to harm or death, could amount to grave misconduct under the Judges Act (Article 45) or Criminal Code (Article 122, abuse of authority).
What path will South Korea choose as the world presses President Lee to free the innocent Mother of Peace? A former political prisoner draws parallels between his experiences in communist Czechoslovakia and Dr. Hak Ja Han's current ordeal in South Korea. Peter Zoehrer, February 21, 2026. A heart-wrenching photo of Dr. Hak Ja Han (83) in a wheelchair, head bowed, guided by an aide through a crowded area (September 2025 court appearance) captures the deep emotional and physical strain. (Source: The New York Times). Reflections from PhDr. Juraj Lajda (Ph.D.), lecturer and editor, a former political prisoner under Czechoslovakia's communist regime. A Tragic Return to Custody. Prague, February 21, 2026 – Hours ago, news broke: Dr. Hak Ja Han, the 83-year-old head of the Family Federation for World Peace and Unification, has been sent back to her cell at the Seoul Detention Center. Following a mere ten-day suspension for critical hospital care, the Seoul Central District Court denied her team's extension plea. She is re-detained despite confirmed severe health challenges – worsening vision from glaucoma, mobility restrictions after knee surgery, and a critical heart condition (arrhythmia) that required surgery just five months ago. Reports indicate recent in-custody falls have worsened her vulnerable state. I am profoundly stunned and saddened by the treatment this elderly spiritual leader is receiving from South Korea's authorities.
For more than 65 years, since co-establishing the movement in the 1950s with her late husband, Rev. Sun Myung Moon, Dr. Han has devoted herself unwaveringly to Korea and the world. Born during the Korean War in North Korea, she spearheaded postwar reconstruction through anti-communist campaigns, such as the 1975 rallies that rallied 1.2 million Koreans amid Cold War perils. Her efforts bolstered industrial giants like Samsung and Hyundai, fueling Korea's "Miracle on the Han River" from a 1960 GDP of $1.5 billion to its present powerhouse status. In diplomacy, she enabled the 1991 summit with Kim Il Sung for peninsular unity and the 1990 dialogue with Mikhail Gorbachev to ease international tensions. She founded the Women's Federation for World Peace in 1992 (active in 157 countries) and the Universal Peace Federation in 2005 (spanning over 200 nations), fostering interreligious harmony, family values, and conflict resolution. Her principles of justice and brotherhood have supported leaders across Korean administrations, including implicit alignment with President Lee Jae-myung's visions of equity and inter-Korean peace—yet, paradoxically, under his leadership, she was jailed without trial and remains incarcerated, a glaring contradiction that cries out for resolution. 2026 reports from The Washington Post (February 3) and familyfedihq.org revisit these achievements, underscoring her anti-communism and peace advocacy amid current Korean investigations.
A powerful true personal story exemplifies her essence of empowerment and grace: Despite Rev. Moon's near-fatal imprisonment in North Korea during the Korean War and her family's persecution for their beliefs, they returned in 1991 with open hearts. As Dr. Han expressed, "Viewing others solely as enemies blocks forgiveness. Only a parental heart, a mother's boundless love, enables it. I sought not vengeance, but reconciliation." This maternal wisdom birthed the Joint Declaration on the Denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula, demonstrating that peace arises from bold forgiveness, not retaliation—a lesson for our divided world today.
In 2026, over 50 active armed conflicts ravage more than 100 countries—from Ukraine and Gaza to Sudan, Myanmar, and Nigeria—displacing millions and steering humanity toward catastrophe. More than 20 of these wars have persisted for over two decades, condemning generations to endless violence. Half the planet—100 nations—grapples with warfare right now. What are you waiting for? If this is reality—what will you do each day? Dr. Han's "One Family Under God" philosophy and True Love teachings offer a moral framework to transform enemies into kin. Logically and practically, her immediate and unconditional release is essential: As a visionary spiritual guide, she can lead the 2026 Global Ceasefire Initiative, sanctifying the Earth to eradicate brutality. Without her guidance, wars endure; with her freedom, grassroots, love-driven actions can extinguish strife. Only by releasing Her Holiness Holy Mother Han to consecrate all Earth can ALL WARS CEASE in 2026. #ReleaseTheMotherOfPeace. Every human on the planet must rise today and act: Protest immediately, share petitions for her release, broadcast her peace legacy through media, reach out to leaders via e-government, and commit to daily peace practices through GPBNet's True Love Revolution—such as forgiveness meditations, family strengthening, and interfaith conversations—for nonstop global influence on social media 24/7.
President Lee Jae-myung, esteemed citizens of the Republic of Korea, and global family: We express our utmost regret for this horrific wrong and the suffering imposed on a woman who has relentlessly nurtured humanity's bonds. We lament this betrayal and share this empowering true personal narrative: Honor elders' wisdom, defend religious freedoms, and uphold justice—demand her permanent release. United, we bridge divides and build unbreakable peace.
Global Empowerment Framework – Practical Best Practices for Every Korean and Global Citizen to Act Immediately:
- Initiate Peaceful Protests: Gather Now – Under Korea's Assembly and Demonstration Act, notify authorities 48-72 hours in advance for events at sites like Gwanghwamun Square or local areas. Follow Gandhi and Dr. King's nonviolence; organize marches with signs celebrating her legacy, livestream for worldwide reach, and mobilize urgently—this crisis requires swift participation. Join ongoing vigils near the Seoul Detention Center, as seen in this week's supporter gatherings.
- Spread Her Legacy Via Media: Draft and submit press releases to outlets like Yonhap, Reuters, and KBS, detailing how the Mother of Peace advanced economic growth, interfaith unity, and policy goals. Saturate social media 24/7 with #ReleaseTheMotherOfPeace #AllWarsCease2026 #TrueLoveRevolution #OneFamilyUnderGod #GPBNet, tagging leaders and sharing images of her 65-year contributions for viral impact. Amplify X campaigns, as evidenced by this week's hashtag spikes.
- Direct Outreach to Leaders: Use e-government platforms (epeople.go.kr, assembly.go.kr) to push for bail, full medical support, and acquittal, referencing constitutional violations and her lifelong aid to the Korean people, presidents, and global peace. Send letters to all Korean parliamentarians and President Lee demanding the Mother of Peace's freedom. Extend by submitting personalized pleas to global leaders and UN bodies, leveraging IRF Summit momentum.
- Embrace Daily Peace Actions with GPBNet True Love Revolution: Incorporate forgiveness reflections, family bonding, and interfaith dialogues into everyday life. Engage in online and offline forums for planetary resonance – channel outrage into sustained efforts like community outreach, virtual prayer groups, and cross-border initiatives to fuel the 2026 global movement. Become Local Ambassadors through GPBNet, sign unity pledges, and support weekly forums and donations for enduring influence.
With profound respect and optimistic resolve, Nicolae Cirpala President, GPBNet | Chief Investigative Journalist, Happy TV News #ReleaseTheMotherOfPeace #AllWarsCease2026
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