Moon Jae-in Rejects Bribery Charges as Political Abuse

Former South Korean President Moon Jae-in has strongly denied recent bribery charges, calling his indictment 'unjust' and accusing prosecutors of abusing their power for political purposes. The charges relate to allegations that Moon's ex-son-in-law received an undeserved position and benefits at a Thai airline controlled by a former lawmaker from Moon's party. Moon and his legal team argue the payments were legitimate earnings and maintain that the prosecution is politically motivated, especially given the timing ahead of a snap presidential election following the impeachment of President Yoon Suk-yeol. The indictment has heightened concerns about the politicization of South Korea's legal system, with Moon vowing to reveal the extent of prosecutorial abuse. This case adds to a history of legal troubles for South Korean leaders and underscores the deepening rivalry between the country's liberal and conservative factions.