IU Reportedly Targeted by CIA for Supporting Protests as Billboard Success Sparks Uaenas Reactions: ‘Queen of Duality’

IU Achieves Billboard Recognition Amid Controversy

This December has been a remarkable month for IU, as the “Palette”singer has been trending due to her latest accolades on Billboard. However, the celebration has been marred by a peculiar incident involving reports made against her to the CIA from her detractors.

Artist of the Year Accolade

On December 17, IU was honored with the prestigious title of “Artist of the Year” by Billboard. The publication praised IU’s unparalleled influence, citing her significant cross-generational fanbase, versatility in various entertainment sectors—including film and music—and her unwavering dedication to fans both domestically and internationally.

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Fan Reactions

Reflecting on her achievement, IU expressed her gratitude: “I believe the support I’ve received reflects an appreciation for my consistent hard work.”This sentiment resonated throughout the K-pop community, filling fans with pride for their beloved artist.

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A Controversial Report to the CIA

In stark contrast to her success, IU faced backlash when some individuals reported her actions to the CIA for her involvement in the South Korean impeachment protests. The report allegedly detailed her support, including providing food to protesters advocating for the impeachment of President Yoon Sukyeol.

The letter stated, “Her actual name is Lee Ji Eun. She has recently been showing support for the impeachment of the South Korean president. She has even provided food for the protesters who support the impeachment.”

IU reported to the CIA in the US for supporting the impeachment of Yoon Sukyeolhttps://t.co/2G928uHLPx pic.twitter.com/f1fDJ7wEXW

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Community Responses

Reactions from IU’s fanbase, the K-Uaenas, have been largely dismissive of the report, mocking its absurdity.

“This will just go straight into the CIA’s spam folder,”commented one fan.
“They’re really doing anything at this point,”added another.
“They won’t even read it,”a third fan chimed in.

Elsewhere in online forums, international fans also weighed in with humor. One wrote, “Getting selected for this and getting reported to the CIA in the same week. A queen of duality.”Another fan quipped, “CIA watchlist, Billboard #1 artist, when will your faves?”A sarcastic remark followed: “OMG congrats, this (Billboard) news will make her feel better before she gets sent to jail by the CIA.”

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