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From Power to Prison: The Fall of Nicolas Sarkozy, France's Controversial Former President
Oct 22, 2025 09:51 am CST
Nicolas Sarkozy, once France's most powerful leader, now resides in La Sante prison following his conviction for illegal campaign financing. This unprecedented fall from grace marks the first time in modern French history that a former president has been incarcerated, highlighting a dramatic transformation from "President Bling-Bling" to prison inmate. Despite maintaining his innocence and appealing the conviction, Sarkozy's controversial political legacy and polarizing persona continue to shape French politics today.
Former President Pratibha Patil's Family Fights Legal Battle Over 33 Acres of Ancestral Land Allegedly Seized by Maharashtra Minister
Sep 27, 2025 10:21 pm CST
The family of former Indian President Pratibha Patil has accused Maharashtra Minister Jaykumar Rawal of illegally occupying their 33-acre ancestral farmland in Dhule district despite a court ruling in their favor. The Patil family claims they are being prevented from taking possession of their property through political influence and intimidation, highlighting concerns about law enforcement's inaction in the face of ministerial power.
Brazil's Bolsonaro Battling Kidney Trouble, Anemia: Doctors
Sep 18, 2025 02:39 am CST
Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro, convicted last week of leading an attempted coup, has kidney issues and anemia and will remain in hospital for now, doctors said Wednesday.