SEOUL: The woman at the heart of a political scandal engulfing South Korean President Park Geun-Hye reportedly returned to the country Sunday to face accusations of influence peddling and meddling in state affairs.

With just over a year left to run, Park’s presidency has unraveled over shocking revelations that she discussed and sought advice on government policy from Choi Soon-Sil, a close personal friend with no official position and no security clearance.

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