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South Korea's Unification Church leader appears in probe into alleged bribery of ex-first lady

The leader of South Korea’s Unification Church has appeared before a special prosecutor over allegations the church bribed the wife of jailed former President Yoon Suk Yeol and a conservative lawmaker close to him in an effort to seek business favors

The Independent UK

South Korea's Ex-first Lady Indicted For Bribery

The wife of jailed former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was indicted Friday on charges including bribery, stock-market rigging, and accepting luxury gifts worth more than $50,000, a special prosecution team said.

International Business Times

Trump to South Korea’s Lee: ‘I look forward’ to meeting North Korea’s Kim

In White House meeting with Lee, Trump also says US should have ownership of land housing US military base in S Korea.

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Wife of South Korea’s jailed ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol arrested over corruption allegations

Investigators are seeking to charge Kim over alleged crimes in one of three probes launched under Seoul’s new liberal government, targeting the presidency of Yoon, a conservative who was removed from office in April.

Euronews

South Korea’s former first lady Kim Keon Hee arrested on corruption charges

Seoul court issues arrest warrant close to midnight over concerns of evidence destruction

The Independent UK

South Korea's Ex-first Lady Kim Arrested

South Korea's former first lady Kim Keon Hee was arrested late Tuesday over a range of charges including stock manipulation and corruption, prosecutors said.

International Business Times

South Korea’s former first lady arrested after court issues warrant on corruption charges

Kim Keon Hee in custody on three charges while husband Yoon Suk Yeol detained over attempt to impose martial law

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South Korean presidential election roiled by coffee beans, Chanel bags and room salon

South Korea’s presidential race has devolved into personal attacks and petty disputes, drowning out meaningful policy debate after Yoon Suk Yeol was ousted over his martial law fiasco

The Independent UK

Friday briefing: After a week of chaos, will South Korea impeach its president?

In today’s newsletter: With protesters taking to the streets and parliament set to vote on ending his presidency, what does Yoon’s failed declaration of martial law mean for his future – and that of the nation?

The Guardian - UK

'Do Your Freaking Job': S. Korean Protesters Frustrated By Failing Impeachment Vote

Gasps of frustration. A gasp of disappointment rippled through the crowd when a special probe bill to investigate suspicions surrounding First Lady Kim Keon Hee was struck down.

International Business Times

South Korean president apologises for martial law attempt as impeachment vote looms

Yoon Suk Yeol tells nation he will face legal consequences and will not try to impose martial law for a second time

The Guardian - AU

South Korea’s president faces impeachment over martial law chaos as defence minister offers to resign

The vote to impeach Yoon Suk Yeol could take place as soon as Friday following the shock bid to impose martial law

The Independent UK

Who is Yoon Suk Yeol, the controversial South Korean president who tried and failed to impose martial law?

Conservative former prosecutor has taken a hardline stance on North Korea and says he is ‘anti-feminist’

The Guardian - AU

South Korea’s president, Yoon Suk Yeol, facing impeachment after martial law shock

Opposition parties submit motion to impeach Yoon after his shock bid to put South Korea under martial law for first time in over four decades

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Evening Standard

Who is Yoon Suk Yeol and his wife Kim Keon-hee? Former president avoids death penalty but faces life in prison

The impeached president narrowly avoided the death penalty after declaring martial law in a high-profile case that’s dominated South Korean politics

The Independent UK

When will South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol be impeached and what happens next?

Opposition Democratic Party introduces impeachment bill against Yoon

International Business Times

WATCH: Protesters Clash With Police After South Korean President Declares 'Emergency Martial Law'

Protesters attempted to storm the South Korean Parliament after President Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergency martial law on Tuesday.

WEKU

South Korea's president calls handbag scandal 'political maneuvering' by his critics

In a television interview, President Yoon Suk Yeol acknowledged it being "regretful" that his wife didn't reject being given a Christian Dior handbag as a gift.

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International Business Times

Could A Dior Bag Ruin S. Korea President's Election Hopes?

Hidden camera footage apparently showing South Korea's first lady accepting a luxury designer handbag has engulfed President Yoon Suk Yeol in controversy, threatening his party's April election prospects.

WEKU

A luxury Dior handbag rattles South Korea's politics

A gift accepted by the country's first lady has set off very public debates about ethics and revealed ruling party divisions just weeks before legislative elections.

The Guardian - AU

The first lady and the Dior bag: the scandal shaking up South Korean politics

With a general election just months away, the party of president Yoon Suk Yeol is in crisis after his wife was accused of improperly accepting a designer handbag

The Guardian - UK

How South Korea fell in love with dogs and banned their slaughter for meat

National assembly votes to end trade in dog meat, thanks to its canine-loving leaders

Evening Standard

The Princess of Wales’ 44 most fabulous looks on her 44th birthday

As the Princess of Wales turns 44, Joe Bromley rounds up her 44 most dazzling dresses

The Independent UK

King and Queen bond with South Korean First Lady over pet dogs on state visit

Charles and Camilla said an official goodbye to President Yoon Suk Yeol and his wife Kim Keon Hee at Buckingham Palace.

The Independent UK

Royal family share behind-the-scenes footage of lavish banquet for South Korean president

The King and Queen hosted Yoon Suk Yeol and his wife Kim Keon Hee on Tuesday

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