Dhaka, June 26 -- A Seoul court on Friday sentenced Kim Keon-hee, wife of former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol, to seven years in prison after finding her guilty in a series of corruption cases, including selling government posts in exchange for luxury gifts.

The Seoul Central District Court said Kim accepted expensive items that were beyond the reach of ordinary citizens. Independent counsel Min Joong-ki had sought a seven-and-a-half-year prison term, alleging she traded public appointments for high-value jewellery and luxury goods. Her legal team is expected to appeal the verdict.

Prosecutors said Kim received a necklace, brooch and earrings from a businessman between March and May 2022 in return for appointing his eldest son-i...