Claude Guéant Acts As Witness Against Sarkozy

Claude Guéant, described as the historical right-hand man of a former minister, is absent from a trial. The development highlights the close relationship between Guéant and former President Nicolas Sarkozy. Claude Guéant, a former minister and close collaborator of former French President Nicolas Sarkozy, has declined to attend his trial in person. Guéant sent two letters to the court stating his reason for not appearing. The trial involves allegations regarding the illegal financing of Sarkozy's 2007 presidential campaign. Claude Guéant is appearing in an appeal trial regarding suspicions that the 2007 presidential campaign was funded by money from the Libyan regime of Muammar Gaddafi. Guéant, a former close aide, has sent two letters to the tribunal in recent days that reportedly provide new information on the case. Claude Guéat is reportedly linked to efforts by former President Sarkozy regarding Abdelhadi Senussi. The case involves several documents dating back to 2009. The source noted that the situation causes suffering and irritation for the clients involved. Claude Guéant, a long-time associate of Nicolas Sarkozy for 20 years, is now serving as a witness for the prosecution. The lawyer noted that Guéant may have perceived himself as a target of the investigation as the dossier developed.