<h1>Ex-President Accused of Bribery Through Nepotistic Job Placement, Denies Charges as Political Persecution</h1> A former South Korean president denied bribery allegations, claiming prosecutors are politically motivated. He was indicted for allegedly receiving financial support through a no-show job for his son-in-law at a budget airline. The case involves accusations of improper employment and potential favoritism during his presidential term. Political allies view the indictment as a vendetta ahead of an upcoming election, with prosecutors maintaining their investigation is legitimate.