Sarkozy Behind Bars: A Fall from Grace

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What's Happening?

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy is heading to prison for his involvement in a criminal conspiracy to finance his 2007 election campaign with Libyan funds.

Key Points:

Sarkozy is the first ex-leader of modern France to be imprisoned
He contests the conviction and a judge's decision to incarcerate him pending appeal
Sarkozy expects to be held in solitary confinement
He will be allowed visits three times a week and can bring a few personal items, including books and family photos

Will justice prevail?

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The Path to Freedom

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