US EditionFrench court to rule in September in Sarkozy Libya funding case
- A French court will announce its decision on Nicolas Sarkozy's trial on September 25 regarding illegal campaign financing from Moamer Kadhafi, as stated by a judge on April 8.
- Prosecutors want Sarkozy to face a seven-year prison sentence, a €300,000 fine, and a five-year ban from holding office due to the charges.
- During the trial, Sarkozy claimed the prosecution's demands were 'political and violent' amid a 'hateful media and political context.'
- The prosecution's case includes statements from seven former Libyan dignitaries and other evidence, yet defense attorney Christophe Ingrain maintained this funding 'does not exist.
38 Articles
38 Articles
Sarkozy's trial for campaign finance with Libyan funds ended without direct evidence
After months of hearings, it will not be until September that there will be a decision on the case of Sarkozy's alleged corruption with the Gaddafi regime. Former French President says he didn't do anything, didn't see anything, didn't know anything.
Sarkozy corruption trial wraps up over Libya campaign fund allegations
The trial of former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has come to a conclusion, having cast a harsh spotlight on allegations that he struck a secret deal with Libyan leader Moamer Kadhafi for millions…
Sarkozy-Kadhafi: four lawyers and five hours of pleadings for an "empty" case
The advice of the former president called for the release of their client, stalemate on several hard points of the accusation. In his final words, Nicolas Sarkozy denounced a "political and violent request". Judgment on 25 September.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 53% of the sources lean Left
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
Ownership
To view ownership data please Upgrade to Vantage
