Marine Le Pen, leader of France's far-right National Rally, views her recent conviction as a politically motivated attack against her.
The court ruling bans her from holding public office for five years, a decision she vehemently contests and plans to appeal.
Supporters rallied in Paris, expressing outrage and claiming the judgment unfairly targets Le Pen's presidential ambitions.
This controversial case highlights deep political divisions within France and has drawn international attention and reactions.
