
Argentina's Supreme Court Upholds Prison Sentence for Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner
Argentina's Supreme Court has delivered a final verdict in the long-running case against former President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner, sentencing her to six years in prison and imposing a lifetime ban from holding public office. The decision, which follows the rejection of her appeal, has sent shockwaves through Argentine politics. "This is a dark day for democracy," stated one of Fernandez's supporters outside the courthouse. The court's ruling centers around allegations of corruption during her time in office. While the possibility of immediate arrest exists, her legal team has indicated they will explore all available avenues to challenge the ruling. The former president's supporters have taken to the streets, expressing their outrage and vowing to continue their fight for her. The coming days will be crucial in determining the next steps in this high-profile case, and its impact on Argentina's political landscape.