A Paris appeals court is reviewing Nicolas Sarkozy's request for early release from prison, where he is serving a five-year sentence for criminal conspiracy related to his 2007 election campaign. Sarkozy, the first former French president to be imprisoned, argues he has met all justice requirements and denies any wrongdoing. His appeal hearing is set for Monday, with a ruling expected shortly after. Sarkozy faces additional legal challenges, including a ruling on illegal financing of his 2012 campaign and an investigation into witness tampering. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)