Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner, Argentina's former president, received a six-year prison sentence following a Supreme Court ruling that upheld her corruption conviction. This decision, viewed as deepening political tensions, comes amidst Kirchner's plans for a political comeback and rising civil unrest from her supporters, who blocked key highways. Despite the conviction, Kirchner, now 72, may avoid significant prison time due to Argentine laws that allow house arrest for individuals over 70, pending further legal determinations regarding her confinement.
Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner, Argentina's former president, has been sentenced to prison and banned for life from public office after her corruption conviction was upheld by the Supreme Court.
The Supreme Court's ruling against Mrs. Kirchner will escalate political tensions, given her recent plans for a comeback as well as rising support from her affiliated labor unions.
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