'Moonies' church leader arrested over gifts to ex-South Korean first lady

Published: 9/23/2025
'Moonies' church leader arrested over gifts to ex-South Korean first lady
The leader of the controversial Unification Church has been arrested in South Korea for allegedly bribing the former first lady with luxury gifts. Han Hak-ja, widow of the church's founder, denied the allegations, claiming they are false. The church is accused of offering Chanel bags and a diamond necklace to the ex-first lady in exchange for favors. Han faces charges of solicitation and graft, with the church pledging to cooperate with authorities to restore trust.