The detention of Sarkozy — France’s president between 2007 and 2012 — represented a major development in what is now likely to become an explosive political scandal. If the allegations are true, it would mean that Sarkozy knowingly violated France’s campaign finance laws, which in 2007 capped campaign funding at 21 million euros ($28.8 million). The Libya probe adds detail to what was known to be a complicated relationship between Sarkozy and Gaddafi. After his victory in 2007, Sarkozy welcomed Gaddafi to France for a state visit. Read moreHow far right will Nicolas Sarkozy go to become France’s president again?

Source: Washington Post March 20, 2018 08:06 UTC