French ex-President Sarkozy guilty of conspiracy in Libya campaign case
Summary
A French court has convicted former President Nicolas Sarkozy of criminal conspiracy in connection with his 2007 presidential campaign. The court accused him of accepting illegal campaign funds from Libya's then-leader Muammar Gaddafi. Sarkozy was cleared of other charges and can appeal the decision.Key Facts
- Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy was found guilty of criminal conspiracy.
- The charge relates to alleged illegal financing from Libya for Sarkozy's 2007 campaign.
- Sarkozy was acquitted of charges like illegal campaign financing and passive corruption.
- The court has not yet announced the sentence, but prosecutors suggest a seven-year term.
- Sarkozy can appeal the guilty verdict, which would delay the sentence.
- The accusations involve a supposed deal with Muammar Gaddafi back in 2005.
- Sarkozy denies the accusations and claims the case is politically driven.
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