Marine Le Pen, leader of France's National Rally party, was found guilty of embezzling EU funds and banned from political office for five years. Her fine and prison sentence are on hold pending appeal, but the ban is immediate. This decision has sparked political controversy and skepticism. The enforcement of such bans is rare in France, with only a small percentage applied immediately. Le Pen's appeal could potentially allow her to run in the 2027 presidential election if successful. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)