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What is Sarkozy convicted of?

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Nicolas Sarkozy is convicted of criminal conspiracy for allowing his aides to seek funds from Libya for his 2007 presidential campaign. He was acquitted of corruption and illegal campaign financing but found responsible for enabling attempts to obtain campaign financing from Libya during Muammar Gaddafi's rule.

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Former French President Sarkozy sentenced to 5 years in jail

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  • Nicolas Sarkozy sentenced to five years in prison for criminal conspiracy.
  • Court found aides sought campaign funds from Libya for Sarkozy's 2007 bid. 11s
  • Sarkozy acquitted of other charges, including corruption and illegal financing. 55s
  • Sarkozy denies charges, claims case is politically motivated and will appeal. 1m 30s
  • Sarkozy remains influential in French politics despite ongoing legal issues. 1m 49s
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Former French President Sarkozy sentenced to 5 years in jail
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Reuters
13 hours ago
Former French President Sarkozy sentenced to 5 years in jail

Sarkozy is found guilty of criminal conspiracy after his aides sought funds for his 2007 campaign from Libya.

Former French President Sarkozy sentenced to 5 years in jail
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Reuters
13 hours ago
Former French President Sarkozy sentenced to 5 years in jail

The judge states Sarkozy is guilty of criminal conspiracy for letting aides contact Libya to try to obtain campaign financing.

France ex-President Sarkozy convicted of criminal conspiracy
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France 24
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France ex-President Sarkozy convicted of criminal conspiracy

Sarkozy is convicted of criminal conspiracy for allowing aides to seek financial support for his campaign.

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