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Sarkozy enters prison: Ex-French president begins sentence
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has begun serving a one-year prison sentence in Paris after losing his final appeal against corruption convictions, marking a dramatic fall from grace for the once-powerful leader.
Sarkozy begins five-year prison sentence amid crowd gatherings
Nicolas Sarkozy begins his prison sentence for corruption as supporters gather outside jail. The former French president reveals the book he's taking with him and receives emotional family visits.
Carla Bruni scooters in Paris as Sarkozy begins jail term
Former French first lady Carla Bruni was photographed enjoying a carefree scooter ride through Paris streets just hours after her husband Nicolas Sarkozy began his five-year prison term for corruption.
Sarkozy: "I won't die in prison" amid corruption trials
Exclusive: Nicolas Sarkozy breaks silence on corruption conviction, declaring he fears neither prison nor political enemies in explosive courtroom statements.
Sarkozy sentenced to prison in historic corruption case
Nicolas Sarkozy becomes first former French president ordered to serve prison time over corruption and influence-peddling convictions, marking unprecedented moment in French political history.
Macron's Fall: How France's Golden Boy Lost His Shine
An in-depth analysis of Emmanuel Macron's dramatic fall from political grace, exploring the broken promises and leadership crises that eroded his popularity in France.
French PM survives twin no-confidence votes
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu clings to power after surviving two dramatic no-confidence votes in the National Assembly, testing President Gabriel Attal's minority government.
Macron survives no-confidence vote by narrow margin
Emmanuel Macron's administration survives political showdown after tense parliamentary vote, but faces weakened authority and growing opposition pressure.
French Socialists Push Wealth Tax Return in Crisis
France's Socialist Party launches bold campaign to reinstate the controversial wealth tax, positioning itself as champion of economic justice during national financial turmoil.
French PM suspends Macron pension reform in crisis move
In a stunning political reversal, French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has suspended Emmanuel Macron's controversial pension reforms as his government faces a critical no-confidence vote that threatens to topple the administration.
Macron faces political crisis after election setback
Emmanuel Macron's centrist coalition suffers major setback in French parliamentary elections as left-wing alliance surges, forcing the President into difficult negotiations to form a government.
France's constitutional crisis deepens as leaders clash
France faces an unprecedented constitutional crisis as President Emmanuel Macron and Prime Minister Éric Ciotti engage in a bitter power struggle, threatening the stability of the Fifth Republic.
Sarkozy ordered to prison in corruption case
Breaking: France's former president Nicolas Sarkozy has been ordered to begin his prison sentence next week after exhausting appeals in corruption case, marking unprecedented moment in French politics.
Macron accuses rivals of fuelling chaos, rejects resignation
Emmanuel Macron delivers fiery speech dismissing calls to step down, accusing political opponents of deliberately destabilising France amid ongoing political turmoil.
Sarkozy faces corruption charges over Libya funding claims
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy faces preliminary charges over alleged Libyan financing of his 2007 election campaign, marking another dramatic chapter in his legal battles.
Macron reshuffles government in major political reset
Emmanuel Macron appoints new ministers in major cabinet reshuffle as he attempts to revive his presidency ahead of European elections and growing political challenges.
Macron hunts for new PM amid French political crisis
Emmanuel Macron confronts his biggest political challenge yet as he scrambles to appoint a new prime minister following parliamentary elections that left France in political deadlock.
Macron appoints France's youngest PM in surprise reshuffle
President Emmanuel Macron makes surprise appointment of 34-year-old Education Minister Gabriel Attal as France's new prime minister, marking dramatic political shift
France's Defence Minister Keeps Role in Cabinet Reshuffle
Sébastien Lecornu has been renamed as France's Defence Minister in President Macron's sweeping government overhaul, maintaining continuity in military leadership during ongoing global security challenges.
Macron reappoints Lecornu as French Prime Minister
French President Emmanuel Macron makes surprise reappointment of Sébastien Lecornu as Prime Minister, signalling continuity amid political uncertainty and European challenges.
Macron reappoints PM who resigned just 4 days ago
In a stunning reversal, French President Emmanuel Macron has reappointed Gabriel Attal as Prime Minister just days after his resignation, creating political turmoil and raising questions about government stability.
Macron summons parties as France faces PM crisis
President Macron confronts France's deepening political crisis as he summons party leaders for emergency talks following the parliamentary elections, with no clear majority in sight and the country facing governmental paralysis.
Migrants mock French police in Channel crossing to Dover
Exclusive footage reveals migrants laughing at French authorities while crossing to Dover, raising serious questions about border control effectiveness and Anglo-French cooperation.
De Gaulle's 1958 Revolution: Birth of France's Fifth Republic
Explore how political turmoil and military rebellion in 1958 forced France to abandon its Fourth Republic and embrace Charles de Gaulle's powerful new presidential system that endures today.
French political chaos fuels Marine Le Pen's far-right surge
As France's political establishment falters, Marine Le Pen's National Rally capitalises on the turmoil. Analysis reveals how internal divisions and failed policies are creating the perfect storm for far-right advancement.
French Defence Minister Lecornu Out in Macron Reshuffle
France's Defence Minister Sébastien Lecornu exits government as President Macron assembles new team after election setback reshapes political landscape.
Macron's key ally resigns, triggering government crisis
French President Emmanuel Macron faces deepening political crisis as close ally Gérald Darmanin unexpectedly resigns from government, rocking the administration just months before critical European elections.
Macron's former PM launches new party in French political shakeup
Former French Prime Minister Édouard Philippe makes dramatic political move with new centrist party, challenging President Macron's leadership and reshaping France's political landscape ahead of crucial elections.
Macron appoints Lecornu as new French prime minister
French President Emmanuel Macron appoints Sébastien Lecornu as new prime minister in major government reshuffle, signalling strategic shift ahead of European challenges.
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