Russia’s former deputy defense minister has been sentenced to 13 years in prison on corruption charges, The Independent reports. This striking conviction highlights the government’s fierce and unyielding crackdown on corruption within its own ranks
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Argentina’s Peronist former president has been sentenced to house arrest and permanently banned from politics, marking a dramatic turning point in the nation’s ongoing political turmoil and fierce judicial crackdown on its former leaders
Photos capture passionate supporters of Cristina Fernández de Kirchner rallying outside the courthouse, standing resolute as the former Argentine president serves a prison sentence for corruption-vividly highlighting the fierce political divisions tearing through the nation
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has been stripped of his Legion of Honour following a corruption conviction, The Guardian reports. This stunning move signals a rare and dramatic downfall in the high-stakes arena of French politics
Germany and Spain are currently facing alarming electoral fraud scandals, with investigations uncovering shocking cases of deceased individuals casting votes and counterfeit identification. As these revelations come to light, authorities find themselves under intense pressure to rebuild public trust and ensure the integrity of the electoral process amidst growing unease.
In a landmark ruling, France’s far-right leader Marine Le Pen has been found guilty of embezzlement, marking a significant setback for her political career. The court’s decision centers on the misuse of EU funds, raising questions about transparency in her party.