February 14, 2026 | Seoul, Republic of Korea
Happy TV News Exclusive: 148th Global Open Letter and Investigative Report – A Collective Apology for Injustice, an Empowering Narrative of Enduring Grace, and a Urgent Rallying Cry for Worldwide Unity and Ceasefire
To Her Holiness Dr. Hak Ja Han, Revered as the Mother of Peace and Holy Mother Han; His Excellency President Lee Jae-myung; Distinguished Members of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea; Dedicated Citizens of Korea; and the 8 Billion Fellow Global Citizens United in the Pursuit of Justice, Empathy, and Sustainable Harmony:
This in-depth journalistic investigation, compiled by the dedicated reporters at Happy TV News in collaboration with the Global Peace Building Network (GPBNet) and advocates of the True Love Revolution, synthesizes the most critical updates from South Korea and worldwide as of February 13, 2026. Drawing from reliable sources such as Yonhap News Agency, The Korea Times, Chosun Ilbo, Reuters, The Washington Times, familyfedihq.org, ucmd1.blogspot.com, and global platforms, this report exposes a profound violation of human rights against an 83-year-old icon of international reconciliation. Her extraordinary 65-year commitment to fostering peace stands in sharp contrast to her recent ordeal. Framed as a heartfelt open letter expressing deep remorse for this profound wrong, it weaves an inspiring true personal account of resilience and forgiveness, while offering practical tools for readers to defend religious freedom and ignite a global push for solidarity and the end of all conflicts.
Dr. Hak Ja Han, globally honored as the Mother of Peace and co-founder of the Family Federation for World Peace and Unification (FFWPU, previously the Unification Church), has faced an unjust pretrial detention in South Korea over contested allegations of political bribery and financial misconduct—claims her supporters and legal team dismiss as baseless and driven by political motives. Detained since September 23, 2025, without a conviction or full trial, she endured approximately 142 days in a confined 70-square-foot cell at the Seoul Detention Center, with brief interruptions for prior medical releases. This week's South Korean headlines underscore growing alarm: heightened scrutiny of religious group regulations, protections for vulnerable detainees, and international condemnation, spotlighted at the International Religious Freedom (IRF) Summit in Washington, D.C., from February 2-4, 2026. Key judicial events this week include the Seoul Central District Court's February 11 approval of a temporary suspension of her detention, effective from 10:00 a.m. on February 12 to 2:00 p.m. on February 21, allowing hospital treatment. This follows her team's February 4 plea, citing her age and deteriorating health, echoing a short November 2025 release for glaucoma surgery that was denied extension.
These developments mirror broader trends in South Korean media this week: a rise in reports on religious freedom violations, elderly prisoner safeguards, and critiques of prosecutorial overreach. For example, Segye Ilbo's February 4 piece by Jeong Seong-su, "Controversy Over President Hak Ja Han’s Worsening Health – Now an Explanation Is Needed," sparked debates on the risks of detaining seniors with heart conditions. Kukmin Ilbo's February 6 article compared her case to the release of Presbyterian pastor Son Hyun-bo after five months on political charges, highlighting inconsistent compassion. Internationally, 2026 coverage from Reuters and The Mainichi (February 6) connects her plight to cross-border religious tensions, with escalating calls for her freedom resonating in the U.S., Europe, and Asia.
This situation blatantly contravenes South Korea's Constitution: Article 20 protects religious freedom from undue state interference; Article 12 ensures due process and guards against arbitrary detention; Article 11 upholds legal equality without bias; and Article 21 defends expression and assembly rights—all eroded here. Her formidable 14-member defense team, comprising ex-prosecutors and judges, contends that officials lean on dubious testimonies while ignoring health pleas, paralleling scrutiny in cases like that of former First Lady Kim Keon-hee and revealing systemic flaws.
At 83, Dr. Han's fragile state amplifies the urgency: advanced macular degeneration nearing total blindness, severe glaucoma, diabetes, atrial fibrillation risking cardiac failure, substantial weight loss, and knee damage forcing her to crawl for essentials. January 2026 saw three falls (January 5, 15, and 23) causing hip and pelvic injuries, plus a January 27 courtroom collapse halting proceedings. A February 9 court-mandated health assessment followed delayed hearings, with her advocates emphasizing inadequate pain management and the need for continuous care. Such conditions breach the United Nations' Nelson Mandela Rules, which deem detention a last resort for the aged or infirm, prioritizing dignity and alternatives—principles South Korea, as a democratic exemplar, should embody but has regrettably bypassed.
For over 65 years, since co-founding the movement in the 1950s alongside Rev. Sun Myung Moon, Dr. Han has devoted herself tirelessly to Korea and humanity. Born during North Korea's wartime turmoil, she led postwar rebuilding via anti-communist initiatives, including 1975 rallies uniting 1.2 million Koreans for national cohesion amid Cold War perils. Her efforts supported economic powerhouses like Samsung and Hyundai, propelling Korea's "Miracle on the Han River" from a 1960 GDP of $1.5 billion to today's trillions. Diplomatically, she facilitated the 1991 summit with Kim Il-sung for reunification and the 1990 talks with Mikhail Gorbachev to ease global strife. She established the Women's Federation for World Peace in 1992 (now in 157 countries) and the Universal Peace Federation in 2005 (in over 200 nations), advancing interfaith harmony, family principles, and dispute resolution. Her ideals of equity and unity have aided leaders across administrations, including indirect backing for President Lee Jae-myung's goals of justice and inter-Korean talks—yet, ironically, under his leadership, she was jailed without a court verdict and held captive, a poignant betrayal demanding redress. 2026 reports from The Washington Times (February 3) to Nippon.com (February 11) revisit these feats, emphasizing her anti-communism and peace efforts amid ongoing Korean probes.
A poignant true personal story exemplifies her forgiveness ethos: Despite Rev. Moon's near-lethal imprisonment in North Korea during the Korean War and her family's faith-based persecution, they returned in 1991 with open arms. As Dr. Han reflected, "Seeing others only as enemies hinders forgiveness. Only a parent's heart, a mother's infinite love, enables it. I prayed not for vengeance, but for unity." This maternal empathy birthed the Joint Declaration on Denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula, proving peace stems from courageous reconciliation, not reprisal.
In 2026, over 130 armed conflicts ravage more than 100 countries—from Ukraine and Gaza to Sudan, Myanmar, and Nigeria—displacing millions and edging humanity toward abyss. Dr. Han's "One Family Under God" philosophy and True Love principles provide a ethical blueprint to convert foes into allies. Logically, her immediate and permanent release is vital: As a spiritual guide, she can spearhead the 2026 Global Ceasefire Movement, sanctifying the planet to halt violence. Without her leadership, wars endure; with her liberation, unified, love-centered actions can eradicate conflict. Half the world—100 nations—endures strife today. What are we awaiting? If this resonates as truth, what daily deeds will you undertake? Practically, only by freeing Her Holiness Holy Mother Han to consecrate all Earth can ALL WARS CEASE in 2026. #ReleaseTheMotherOfPeace. Every person must rise: Protest immediately, share advocacy letters for her release, broadcast her peace legacy via media, petition leaders through e-government, and embrace daily peace practices via GPBNet's True Love Revolution—such as forgiveness reflections, family bonding, and interfaith outreach—for 24/7 global resonance on social media.
This week's IRF Summit amplified international vigilance, with leaders decrying suppressions in South Korea and Japan as attacks on faith rights, cautioning against global decline. Newt Gingrich labeled Dr. Han's treatment a "violent abuse of power," urging freedom for this 83-year-old peace pioneer. Katrina Lantos Swett called it a "blanket violation" fueled by misinformation, decrying the "shocking" inaction. Paula White hailed U.S. interventions, like Vice President J.D. Vance's role in Pastor Son's February 6 release, showing moral alliance shatters bonds. Aligning with Seoul vigils at Gwanghwamun Square and X campaigns like #ReleaseTheMotherOfPeace, these demands prioritize health-focused justice.
President Lee Jae-myung, esteemed citizens of the Republic of Korea, and global kin: We offer our deepest apologies for this egregious injustice and the anguish imposed on a matriarch who has nurtured humanity's connections unceasingly. We regret this lapse and present this uplifting true personal tale: Value elders' insight, safeguard spiritual liberties, and champion equity—insist on her lasting freedom. United, we mend rifts and build unbreakable peace.
Global Empowerment Call to Action – Practical Best Practices for Every Korean and Global Citizen to Mobilize Now:
- Protest Peacefully Immediately: Per Korea's Assembly and Demonstration Act, notify authorities 48-72 hours in advance for gatherings at locations like Gwanghwamun Square or local sites. Adopt Gandhi and Dr. King's nonviolent spirit; hold marches with banners celebrating her legacy, livestream for worldwide reach, and act urgently—this crisis demands swift response.
- Amplify Her Impact Through Media: Draft and send press releases to outlets like Yonhap, Reuters, and JTBC, outlining how the Mother of Peace has spurred economic revival, interfaith unity, and leadership aims. Saturate social media nonstop with #ReleaseTheMotherOfPeace #AllWarsCease2026 #TrueLoveRevolution #OneFamilyUnderGod #GPBNet, tagging officials and sharing visuals of her 65-year influence for exponential spread.
- Petition Leaders Directly: Use e-government platforms (epeople.go.kr, assembly.go.kr) to demand bail, comprehensive medical aid, and exoneration, citing constitutional violations and her lifelong service to Korean people, presidents, and global accord. Contact every Korean parliamentary leader and President Lee to liberate the Mother of Peace.
- Adopt Daily Peace Practices with GPBNet True Love Revolution: Incorporate forgiveness meditations, family fortification, and interfaith initiatives into routines. Join online and offline events for planetary ripple effects—transform indignation into sustained efforts like volunteering, virtual prayer groups, and transnational campaigns to fuel the 2026 global movement.
With profound respect and immediate optimism, Nicolae Cirpala President, GPBNet | Happy TV News Chief Investigative Reporter #ReleaseTheMotherOfPeace #AllWarsCease2026
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