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Le MondeProsecutors Request Seven-Year Sentence for Sarkozy in Appeal of Libyan Campaign Funding Case
French prosecutors requested a seven-year prison term for former President Nicolas Sarkozy on May 13, 2026, describing him as the instigator and sole beneficiary of a corruption pact with the Libyan regime. The request matches the initial trial sentence sought in 2025, when Sarko…
medianama.comNetanyahu Denies Role in Alleged 2009 Media Understanding Discussions
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denied testimony linking him to alleged 2009 efforts to reach an understanding with Yediot Aharonot publisher Arnon “Noni” Mozes. The denial came during his continued cross-examination in Case 2000 at the Tel Aviv District Court.
France 24French Prosecutors Request Corruption Convictions Against Sarkozy in Gaddafi Funding Case
French prosecutors on Tuesday requested that the Paris appeals court convict former President Nicolas Sarkozy of corruption, concealment of embezzlement of public funds and illegal campaign financing related to his 2007 presidential campaign. The move comes one day after they acc…
jpost.comNetanyahu Case 4000 Cross-Examination Ends, Focus Shifts to Case 2000
The cross-examination of Prime Minister Netanyahu in Case 4000 has concluded in Tel Aviv District Court. Prosecutors will now advance to Case 2000, which involves allegations of bribery concerning his dealings with the publisher of Yediot Aharonot. The development marks the defen…
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france24.comNetanyahu Testifies in Bribery Trial Over 2015 Walla Coverage
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appeared in court for cross-examination in his ongoing trial. The session focused on allegations that he sought to influence Walla news site coverage of his 2015 election campaign. The Jerusalem Post reported that the hearing examined demands to…
South China Morning PostJudge in Kim Keon Hee Corruption Appeal Found Dead Near Seoul High Court
The presiding judge in the appeals trial of former South Korean first lady Kim Keon Hee was discovered dead near the Seoul High Court early Wednesday. Police are investigating the incident as a possible suicide after finding a note at the scene. The death follows the court's rece…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewNetanyahu's Criminal Trial Testimony Delayed Again Over Security Concerns
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's scheduled testimony in his ongoing corruption trial was postponed, with the court opting to hear a defense witness instead. The delay, cited for security reasons, means no testimony from Netanyahu is expected until next week. The develo…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewIsraeli Prime Minister Requests Postponement of Testimony in Ongoing Trial
The Israeli prime minister has requested a postponement of his testimony in a corruption trial, citing classified security and political reasons. This marks the second such request in the case. The trial involves allegations of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust against the prim…
rediff.comFormer French President Sarkozy Appears in Court for Second Day of Appeal on Corruption Conviction
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy attended court on Wednesday for the second day of his appeal hearing. The appeal concerns his 2021 conviction for corruption related to alleged Libyan funding of his 2007 presidential campaign. During the first day, Sarkozy maintained his i…