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France: seven-year sentence and fine suggested for Sarkozy over Libya financing deal


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Published in Politics and Government on Friday, March 28th 2025 at 5:01 GMT by Africanews   Print publication without navigation

  • French prosecutors requested a seven-year prison sentence and a fine of appoximately $325,000 usd for former President Nicolas Sarkozy on thursday, stemming from allegations that his 2007 presidential campaign was unlawfully funded by the government of former Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi.

The article discusses a significant legal development involving former French President Nicolas Sarkozy. French prosecutors have recommended a seven-year prison sentence and a fine of 1 million euros for Sarkozy in connection with allegations that his 2007 presidential campaign was illegally financed by the Libyan regime under Muammar Gaddafi. The case, which has been ongoing for years, involves accusations of corruption, illegal campaign financing, and concealment of embezzlement of public funds. Sarkozy has consistently denied these charges, labeling them as a "grotesque judicial setup." The trial has seen testimonies from various figures, including former ministers and Sarkozy's ex-lawyer, with the prosecution arguing that Sarkozy was aware of and benefited from the illicit funds. The final decision on the sentence will be made by the court, with Sarkozy's legal team preparing to appeal any conviction.

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