South Korean President Apologizes for Wife's Controversies

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has apologized for controversies involving his wife, Kim Keon Hee, including allegations of accepting a luxury handbag and stock manipulation. Yoon acknowledged that his wife's conduct could have been better but claimed some accusations were exaggerated. He announced plans to establish an office to manage the first lady's duties but refused to investigate her activities. The apology aims to address a decline in Yoon's popularity amid criticism from the opposition and internal party tensions.