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Carla Bruni-Sarkozy was summoned by police yesterday for a three-hour interview in Nanterre. The investigation concerns allegations of Libyan financing of the 2007 presidential campaign, to which her husband, former president Nicolas Sarkozy, is also linked.
Investigators are looking into her alleged role in the retraction by Ziad Takieddine, who in 2020 had denied his earlier statements accusing Sarkozy. This reversal came shortly after visits from controversial figures to his home, such as Michèle Marchand, a prominent tabloid press figure.
The magistrates’ attention is focused on several interactions and communications between Carla Bruni and the other suspects, pointing to possible coordination to influence Takieddine’s testimony. Details of these exchanges have been scrutinized, including deleted email messages that investigators consider an act of concealment. In addition, information has emerged that Bruni may have facilitated the obtaining of PCR tests for trips related to the case.
This interview comes in a context where several close associates of the former president have been questioned, adding another layer to this already complex legal case. According to her lawyers, Carla Bruni provided all necessary explanations during this session, which took place in what was described as a calm atmosphere. However, the judges did not make any immediate decision regarding possible charges.