Seoul, Aug. 13 -- The former first lady of South Korea and wife of ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol, Kim Keon Hee, has been arrested in connection with allegations of stock manipulation, election interference, and bribery, Yonhap News Agency reported on Wednesday.

Earlier in July, the former President was arrested for the second time over his failed attempt to impose martial law last year, making Yoon and Kim the first former presidential couple to be jailed at the same time, according to Yonhap News Agency.

According to Yonhap News Agency, on Tuesday, the Seoul Central District Court approved the arrest warrant for the former First Lady, citing concerns that she might tamper with evidence.

The warrant was requested by special counsel Min Jo...