South Korean president publicly apologizes for alleged scandals

Nov. 7 (UPI) -- South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol on Thursday apologized to the nation for alleged political scandals but denounced as "political propaganda" a possible investigation into his wife.

"I would like to say I'm sorry and offer a heartfelt apology to the Korean people," Yoon said in a televised public statement to the nation.

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