February 17, 2026 | Seoul, Republic of Korea
Happy TV News Exclusive Investigative Report and 151st Global Open Letter: A Profound Expression of Regret, an Inspiring Chronicle of Unwavering Dedication, and a Critical Call for International Solidarity and the Halting of Global Strife
To Her Holiness Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon, Esteemed as the Mother of Peace and Holy Mother Han; His Excellency President Lee Jae-myung; Respected Members of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea; Committed Citizens of Korea; and the 8 Billion Global Citizens Joined in the Quest for Equity, Compassion, and Lasting Tranquility:
This thorough journalistic probe, compiled by the committed journalists at Happy TV News in partnership with the Global Peace Building Network (GPBNet) and advocates of the True Love Revolution, aggregates the most pressing developments from South Korea and worldwide as of February 17, 2026. Sourcing from credible outlets including Yonhap News Agency, The Korea Times, Reuters, The Washington Times, The Mainichi, familyfedihq.org, ucmd1.blogspot.com, and global advocacy platforms, this analysis uncovers a severe infringement on human rights targeting an 83-year-old beacon of international harmony. Her remarkable 65-year devotion to reconciliation sharply contrasts with her ongoing hardship. Presented as a heartfelt open letter conveying sincere remorse for this grave wrong— of President Lee Jae-myung, the honorable citizens of the Republic of Korea, and global citizens alike—this piece intertwines a motivational true personal narrative of endurance and empathy, while outlining actionable strategies for people everywhere to champion religious liberty and spark a universal drive toward cohesion and the cessation of all hostilities.
Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon, internationally acclaimed as the Mother of Peace and co-founder of the Family Federation for World Peace and Unification (FFWPU, previously the Unification Church), continues to face an unwarranted pretrial incarceration in South Korea amid disputed charges of political bribery and fiscal impropriety—accusations her advocates and defense counsel reject as unfounded and politically orchestrated. Detained since September 22, 2025, without a verdict or complete trial, she has endured approximately 148 days in custody as of February 17, 2026, even after factoring in short medical pauses. This week's South Korean coverage has amplified concerns: escalating examinations of faith-based organization oversight, safeguards for senior detainees, and worldwide rebukes, highlighted during the International Religious Freedom (IRF) Summit in Washington, D.C., in early February. Notable advancements include the Seoul Central District Court's February 11 decision to pause her detention temporarily from February 12 at 10:00 a.m. to February 21 at 2:00 p.m. for hospital care, prompted by her legal team's February 4 submission emphasizing her age and declining health—echoing a limited November 2025 reprieve for glaucoma treatment that was not prolonged.
These updates align with wider patterns in South Korean journalism this week: surging dialogues on breaches of spiritual freedoms, protections for aging inmates, and critiques of prosecutorial excess. For instance, a February 4 Segye Ilbo report by Jeong Seong-su, "Debate Escalates Over Hak Ja Han Moon's Health Decline – Demands for Clarity Surge," ignited discussions on the perils of holding elderly individuals with cardiac vulnerabilities. A February 6 Kukmin Ilbo piece drew parallels to the February 3 suspended sentence for Presbyterian Pastor Son Hyun-bo following 143 days on political accusations, underscoring uneven leniency. On the global stage, 2026 dispatches from Reuters and The Mainichi (February 6) tie her predicament to transnational faith frictions, with mounting pleas for her liberation echoing across the U.S., Europe, and Asia. On X, this week's momentum has fueled unity, with entries like @monarchreport25's February 14 audio clip from aide Yun Young-ho's proceedings, where he affirms, "Mother doesn't know about this," affirming her non-participation and invigorating #ReleaseTheMotherOfPeace initiatives with tens of thousands of engagements.
This ordeal flagrantly violates South Korea's Constitution: Article 20 shields religious liberty from improper governmental meddling; Article 12 guarantees fair process and prohibits random detention; Article 11 affirms equality under law without prejudice; and Article 21 protects expression and gathering—all undermined here. Her robust 14-person legal squad, comprising former prosecutors and jurists, argues that officials depend on questionable testimonies while disregarding health appeals, mirroring imbalances in probes involving ex-First Lady Kim Keon-hee and exposing institutional shortcomings.
Now 83, Dr. Han Moon's vulnerable condition heightens the imperative: progressed macular degeneration approaching full blindness, acute glaucoma, diabetes, atrial fibrillation posing heart failure risks, notable weight reduction, and knee impairment necessitating crawling for essentials. In January 2026, she experienced three tumbles (January 5, 15, and 23) resulting in hip and pelvic trauma, plus a January 27 courtroom faint that interrupted sessions. A February 9 court-directed health evaluation arose from postponed hearings, with supporters stressing insufficient pain relief and the requirement for ongoing support. These circumstances infringe upon the United Nations' Nelson Mandela Rules, which position detention as an ultimate option for the aged or ill, prioritizing respect and substitutes—standards South Korea, as a democratic exemplar, ought to uphold but has lamentably sidestepped.
Across more than 65 years, since establishing the movement in the 1950s alongside her late spouse Rev. Sun Myung Moon, Dr. Han Moon has selflessly dedicated herself to Korea and humankind. Emerging from North Korea's wartime chaos, she spearheaded postwar reconstruction via anti-communist drives, such as 1975 assemblies rallying 1.2 million Koreans during Cold War perils. Her initiatives bolstered industrial giants like Samsung and Hyundai, fueling Korea's "Miracle on the Han River" from a 1960 GDP of $1.5 billion to today's trillions. In diplomacy, she enabled the 1991 encounter with Kim Il-sung for unification and 1990 discussions with Mikhail Gorbachev to alleviate international tensions. She launched the Women's Federation for World Peace in 1992 (active in 157 countries) and the Universal Peace Federation in 2005 (covering over 200 nations), fostering interreligious accord, familial principles, and conflict mediation. Her ethos of fairness and togetherness has assisted leaders through various regimes, including subtle endorsement of President Lee Jae-myung's aims for fairness and inter-Korean dialogue—yet, paradoxically, under his tenure, she was confined without judicial ruling and sustained in captivity, a stark disloyalty warranting correction. 2026 reporting from The Washington Times (February 3) to Nippon.com (February 11) revisits these feats, underscoring her anti-communism and harmony efforts amid persistent Korean inquiries.
A moving true personal account captures her essence of mercy: Despite Rev. Moon's near-fatal imprisonment in North Korea amid the Korean War and her kin's persecution for their beliefs, they revisited in 1991 with welcoming embrace. As Dr. Han Moon pondered, "Viewing others solely as adversaries hinders mercy. Only a parental essence, a mother's boundless affection, facilitates it. I pursued not retribution, but oneness." This nurturing benevolence birthed the Joint Declaration on the Denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula, demonstrating that peace arises from bold reconciliation, not retaliation.
In 2026, over 50 ongoing armed conflicts ravage more than 100 nations—from Ukraine and Gaza to Sudan, Myanmar, and Nigeria—uprooting millions and propelling humanity toward catastrophe. Dr. Han Moon's "One Family Under God" vision and True Love tenets offer a moral framework to convert adversaries into partners. Rationally, her prompt and enduring liberation is essential: As a spiritual trailblazer, she can lead the 2026 Global Ceasefire Initiative, sanctifying the globe to end violence. Absent her guidance, discord persists; with her emancipation, communal, love-propelled endeavors can eradicate strife. Half the world—100 countries—grapples with war today. What delays us? If this is our truth, what routine measures will you adopt? Practically and sensibly, only by liberating Her Holiness Holy Mother Han to consecrate the entire Earth can ALL WARS CEASE in 2026. #ReleaseTheMotherOfPeace. Every individual must mobilize: Demonstrate now, distribute appeals for her freedom, disseminate her harmony heritage through outlets, engage authorities via e-government, and adopt daily peace routines through GPBNet's True Love Revolution—like mercy contemplations, kinship reinforcement, and multifaith pursuits—for ceaseless worldwide resonance on digital networks.
This week's IRF Summit magnified global consciousness, with figures denouncing repressions in South Korea and Japan as assaults on belief liberties, warning of international regression. Newt Gingrich termed Dr. Han Moon's handling a "brutal misuse of authority," pressing for liberty for this senior harmony vanguard. Katrina Lantos Swett deemed it a "sweeping infraction" spurred by falsehoods, lamenting the "appalling" passivity. Paula White commended U.S. actions, such as Vice President J.D. Vance's involvement in Pastor Son's February 3 liberation, illustrating ethical coalitions shatter obstacles. Synergizing with Seoul demonstrations at Gwanghwamun Square and X campaigns like #ReleaseTheMotherOfPeace, these entreaties stress justice harmonized with welfare.
President Lee Jae-myung, revered citizens of the Republic of Korea, and worldwide brethren: We extend our most profound apologies for this atrocious inequity and the torment inflicted on a matron who has unyieldingly cultivated humanity's bonds. We lament this oversight and offer this elevating true personal saga: Cherish elders' insight, safeguard spiritual freedoms, and advocate fairness—demand her perpetual liberty. Together, we repair divides and forge indestructible peace.
Worldwide Empowerment Imperative – Actionable Best Practices for Every Korean and Global Citizen to Activate Immediately:
- Demonstrate Nonviolently Without Delay: Under Korea's Assembly and Demonstration Act, alert officials 48-72 hours beforehand for assemblies at venues like Gwanghwamun Square or regional spots. Embrace Gandhi and Dr. King's nonviolent ethos; organize walks with placards honoring her heritage, broadcast live for international exposure, and respond swiftly—this emergency requires prompt intervention.
- Elevate Her Heritage Via Media Channels: Compose and dispatch press statements to entities like Yonhap, Reuters, and JTBC, detailing how the Mother of Peace has propelled economic resurgence, interfaith cohesion, and governance objectives. Flood social platforms around the clock with #ReleaseTheMotherOfPeace #AllWarsCease2026 #TrueLoveRevolution #OneFamilyUnderGod #GPBNet, labeling leaders and circulating visuals of her 65-year impacts for exponential dissemination.
- Advocate Directly to Officials: Leverage e-government systems (epeople.go.kr, assembly.go.kr) to insist on bail, thorough healthcare, and acquittal, referencing constitutional violations and her enduring aid to Korean populace, presidents, and international accord. Reach out to each Korean parliamentary figure and President Lee to liberate the Mother of Peace.
- Embrace Routine Peace Routines with GPBNet True Love Revolution: Weave mercy reflections, familial bolstering, and multifaith interactions into everyday existence. Participate in virtual and physical gatherings for planetary ripples—transmute outrage into ongoing initiatives like neighborhood assistance, digital supplication circles, and cross-border drives to propel the 2026 worldwide crusade.
With deep esteem and optimistic expectation, Nicolae Cirpala President, GPBNet | Happy TV News Chief Investigative Journalist #ReleaseTheMotherOfPeace #AllWarsCease2026
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