Han Kang Declines Nobel Prize Press Conference, Citing Global Conflict: "How Can We Celebrate Amid War?

Han Kang, the acclaimed author and first Korean Nobel Prize winner in literature, has declined to hold a press conference to celebrate her historic achievement, citing the devastating impact of ongoing global conflicts. In a heartfelt statement, she expressed that the escalating violence and daily loss of life weigh heavily on her conscience."With the war intensifying and people being carried out dead every day, how can we have a celebration or a press conference?" Kang questioned, her words reflecting the somber reality of the current world situation.

Known for her powerful exploration of human suffering and resilience in works like *The Vegetarian* and *Human Acts*, Han Kang’s decision is consistent with the empathy and moral gravity that define her writing. As her literary contribution is recognized on a global stage, she has chosen to stand in solidarity with those enduring unimaginable hardship, reminding the world that art cannot be celebrated in isolation from the real-world suffering of humanity.