South Korean Lawmaker Attacked in Seoul Ahead of Election

South Korean ruling party lawmaker Bae Hyun-jin was attacked in Seoul's Gangnam district, suffering head injuries after being hit with a rock by an assailant who asked if she was Bae before attacking her. The attacker, reportedly claiming to be 15 years old, was arrested at the scene. This is the second attack on politicians this month ahead of the upcoming parliamentary elections, with the presidential office calling for a strict investigation and wishing Bae a fast recovery.