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S. Korean ex-first lady sentenced to 7 years for gifts
Filed: Jun 26, 2026 at 5:05 AM ET
Summary: A Seoul court sentenced former first lady Kim Keon Hee to seven years in prison for accepting expensive gifts for job favors.
WHO: Seoul Central District Court; Kim Keon Hee
WHAT: Sentenced former first lady Kim Keon Hee to seven years in prison for accepting gifts in return for job appointments and business favors.
WHEN: Jun 26, 2026 at 4:47 AM ET
WHERE: Seoul, South Korea
WHY: She accepted expensive gifts, including jewelry and other items, in exchange for job appointments and business favors.
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