Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy will start his five-year prison sentence on October 21 at Prison de la Santé for illegal campaign financing linked to Libya, becoming the first EU head of state to serve prison time.
Recent witness testimonies and investigative errors have shaped outcomes in prominent 2025 criminal trials in France, including the Mazan rapes and the Jubillar case.
Sarkozy's conviction ignites political turmoil and debates on judicial accountability in France.
Emmanuel Macron decries threats against judges following Sarkozy's conviction, affirming the need for judicial independence.
The political implications of Nicolas Sarkozy's prison sentence and its broader effects on French politics.
Following Nicolas Sarkozy's sentencing, public and political responses reveal deep concerns over judicial integrity in France.
Nicolas Sarkozy has been sentenced to five years in prison for involvement in the Libyan financing scandal, igniting political debates in France.
Recent legal actions highlight significant threats to public safety in France, including school threats and metro assaults.
Nicolas Sarkozy's five-year prison sentence highlights concerns over judicial bias and political trust in France.
Nicolas Sarkozy has been sentenced to five years in prison, marking a historic moment as the first former French president to face incarceration.
Political figures react to Nicolas Sarkozy's five-year prison sentence, showcasing a spectrum of opinions.
Sarkozy's sentencing reflects a significant decline in public trust and poses challenges for French democracy.
The trial of Cédric Jubillar begins, spotlighting the complexities of no-body murder cases in France.
The French Minister of Justice announces an investigation into systemic failures following the femicide of Inès Mecellem, despite her multiple alerts and complaints.