Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy is on trial in Paris for allegedly receiving illicit funds from Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi to finance his 2007 election campaign. Sarkozy denies the charges, claiming they are politically motivated. The trial includes twelve others accused of involvement, and his wife, Carla Bruni-Sarkozy, faces charges related to the case. Sarkozy has faced multiple criminal investigations since losing the presidency in 2012. Full article (bbc.com europe)