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Sebastian Kurz ( German: [zeˈbasti̯a (ː)n ˈkʊrts]; born 27 August 1986) is an Austrian former politician who served twice as the chancellor of Austria, initially from December 2017 to May 2019 and then a second time from January 2020 to October 2021.
Oct 9, 2021 · The conservative leader stepped down after his coalition partner threatened to bring a no-confidence vote against him. He faces charges of using public funds to influence a tabloid newspaper and making false statements to a parliamentary commission.
Oct 9, 2021 · Austria's Chancellor Sebastian Kurz has stepped down, after pressure triggered by a corruption scandal. He has proposed Foreign Minister Alexander Schallenberg as his replacement.
Oct 18, 2021 · In 2017, Sebastian Kurz was Austria’s foreign minister — its youngest ever. But he had ambitions to go further.
Feb 23, 2024 · Former Austrian chancellor Sebastian Kurz has been found guilty of perjury in a politically charged trial that has gripped Austria’s establishment for the last six months.
Aug 18, 2023 · Austria's ex-chancellor faces up to three years in prison for allegedly giving false evidence at a committee hearing. He denies the charges and says he will clear his name in court.
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Feb 23, 2024 · The former Austrian chancellor, who resigned in 2021 amid corruption scandals, was sentenced to eight months suspended for giving false testimony to a special committee. Kurz denied any wrongdoing and said he would appeal the decision.
