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France’s Marine Le Pen questioned in court at EU embezzlement trial

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen, a former member of the European Parliament and a leader of the National Rally (RN) party, arrives to attend her trial over alleged misappropriation of European Union funds, in Paris, France [Sarah Meyssonnier/Reuters]

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen has strongly denied committing any wrongdoing at a Paris court as she and her National Rally (RN) party stand trial over the suspected embezzlement of European Parliament funds.

The nine-week trial is a critical juncture for Le Pen, expected to be a strong contender in France’s next presidential election in 2027. A guilty verdict could significantly affect her political career and aspirations.

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