Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy is on trial for alleged corruption and illegal campaign financing tied to Libya.

The case, which began on January 6, examines claims that his 2007 presidential campaign received funds from Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi.

Sarkozy, along with 12 co-defendants, including three former ministers, faces charges of passive corruption, illegal campaign financing, and embezzlement of public funds.

This trial marks a historic moment, as no former French president has faced such serious allegations.

The investigation, spanning over a decade, has uncovered complex financial networks and raised questions about political accountability in France.

Sarkozy denies all charges, but the trial is set to run until April, promising further revelations.