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politics2 years ago

Austrian Ex-Leader Kurz Faces Charges for False Testimony

Former Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz has been charged with making false statements to a parliamentary inquiry into alleged corruption in his first government, which collapsed in a scandal in 2019. The charges result from an investigation launched in 2021 and focus on Kurz's testimony regarding his role in the setting up of a holding company and the appointment of its leadership. Kurz denies any wrongdoing and will go on trial on 18 October.

via Euronews|
#austria#corruption#false-statements
politics2 years ago

Sebastian Kurz Faces Charges for False Testimony and Misleading Parliament

Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz has been charged with giving false testimony to the Austrian parliament. The charges stem from an investigation into the "Ibiza scandal," in which a video surfaced showing Kurz's former coalition partner offering government contracts in exchange for political support. Kurz denies any wrongdoing and maintains his innocence.

via Financial Times|
#austrian-parliament#charges#false-testimony
politics2 years ago

Austria's Former Chancellor Kurz Indicted for False Testimony in Corruption Inquiry

Former Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz has been charged with giving a false statement by the Austrian prosecutor's office for economic crimes and corruption. The charge relates to Kurz's alleged downplaying of his involvement in the appointment of the boss of the state holding company Öbag. Kurz, who resigned in 2021 amid accusations following the "Ibizagate" scandal, could face up to three years in prison if convicted. He has denied the allegations and stated that he looks forward to the truth coming to light in court.

via DW (English)|
#austria#corruption#false-statement