A Paris court has scheduled Marine Le Pen's appeal trial regarding her ineligibility to run for president in 2027 due to embezzlement of EU funds. The hearings will take place from January 13 to February 12, 2026. Le Pen was previously convicted of misusing EU funds, resulting in a five-year ban from holding office. Her lawyers argue the trial's timing could impact municipal elections in March 2026. Le Pen maintains her innocence, claiming political vendetta, and may need to consider an alternative candidate if her appeal fails. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)