Former Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz Awaits Verdict in Perjury Trial

The trial, which could result in up to three years of imprisonment for Kurz, centers on allegations of false statements to a parliamentary inquiry.

A Vienna court is set to announce its verdict on Friday regarding former Chancellor Sebastian Kurz's trial over alleged false statements in a corruption probe.
Kurz, accused of perjury, could face up to three years in prison if convicted.
The allegations stem from Kurz's involvement in the appointment of executives to a state holding company, OeBAG, and his testimony to a parliamentary committee in 2020.
Kurz's political career saw rapid rise and fall, including leading a coalition government at 31 and resigning amid corruption probes in 2021.
The trial marks the first time in over 30 years that a former Austrian chancellor has stood trial.