Overview

• Nicolas Sarkozy has been sentenced to one year in prison, to be served under house arrest with an electronic bracelet, for corruption and influence peddling in the 'wiretapping case.'
• The conviction was upheld by France's highest court, the Cour de Cassation, in December 2024, making it final and enforceable.
• Sarkozy announced on social media that he is pausing his public and media activities as a former president out of respect for the office he once held.
• He confirmed plans to appeal the ruling to the European Court of Human Rights, asserting that he has been the victim of an injustice.
• The former president expressed gratitude to supporters for their continued loyalty and stated he will continue his professional life within the boundaries of the law.