Former French Prime Minister Acquitted in Slander Trial - Wall Street Journal

PARIS—Dominique de Villepin, a former prime minister, was acquitted in a high-profile slander case that could backfire on French President Nicolas Sarkozy.

"After several testing years, my innocence has been recognized," Mr. de Villepin told reporters as he left the court. "I have no bitterness, no bitterness. ...I will look to the future and serve the French people." - Former French Prime Minister Acquitted in Slander Trial

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