Scandal
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US accuses NY mayor of accepting bribe from Turkish nationals
TEHRAN, Sep. 27 (MNA) – The US government has accused Eric Adams of accepting bribes from Turkish nationals. Eric Adams has become the first mayor in New York City’s 400-year history to be charged with federal crimes while in office.
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S Korea ex-pres. freed after corruption conviction pardoned
TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) – Former South Korean President was released from prison on Friday nearly five years after being convicted of corruption, fuelling debate over whether she would play any role ahead of a March presidential election.