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Prosecutors Demand 15 Years for Ex-First Lady Kim Keon Hee

12/3/2025

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South Korean prosecutors seek a 15-year prison sentence for former First Lady Kim Keon Hee.
The case is part of a broader investigation into former President Yoon Suk Yeol's 2024 martial law declaration.
Prosecutors argued Kim violated political fundraising laws and accepted bribes from the Unification Church.
Kim appeared in court in a black suit and expressed regret for causing public concern.
The court's verdict is expected on January 28.

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South Korean prosecutors seek a 15-year prison sentence for former First Lady Kim Keon Hee.
The case is part of a broader investigation into former President Yoon Suk Yeol's 2024 martial law declaration.
Prosecutors argued Kim violated political fundraising laws and accepted bribes from the Unification Church.
Kim appeared in court in a black suit and expressed regret for causing public concern.
The court's verdict is expected on January 28.