S. Korea's ex-first lady goes on trial in corruption case

South Korea opened a criminal trial Wednesday for the wife of impeached former president Yoon Suk Yeol, marking the first time an ex-first lady has faced trial, after her husband was removed from office over a martial law bid. The case means South Korea now has both a former president and a former first lady simultaneously facing criminal proceedings.

Sep 24, 2025 - 14:30
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S. Korea's ex-first lady goes on trial in corruption case
South Korea opened a criminal trial Wednesday for the wife of impeached former president Yoon Suk Yeol, marking the first time an ex-first lady has faced trial, after her husband was removed from office over a martial law bid. The case means South Korea now has both a former president and a former first lady simultaneously facing criminal proceedings.

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