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Trial of Former French President Sarkozy Over Alleged Libyan Campaign Financing Opens

Nicolas Sarkozy's trial examines claims of illegal campaign financing from Muammar Gadhafi for his 2007 presidential run, amid a backdrop of prior corruption convictions.

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Updated: Jan 6th, 2025, 11:21 AM ET

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Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy is on trial facing serious charges related to the alleged illegal financing of his 2007 election campaign by Muammar Gadhafi. Sarkozy, along with 11 co-defendants, faces accusations including passive corruption and illegal campaign financing, with claims that Gadhafi's regime secretly contributed €50 million to his campaign. The legal proceedings, which may impact public trust in French politics, are set to conclude by April 10, 2025. Sarkozy has denied the allegations, asserting his innocence amid ongoing investigations and previous convictions for corruption.

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