Friday, March 08, 2013
Italy's Berlusconi in hospital for eye problem - sources
MILAN (Reuters) - Former Italian prime minister Silvio Berlusconi is in hospital receiving treatment for an eye problem, legal sources said on Friday.
The 76-year-old media billionaire had to cancel his appearance at a final rally ahead of Italy's inconclusive elections in February and a subsequent television interview because of the eye problem.
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Former Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi smiles before casting his vote at the polling station in Milan, February 24, 2013. REUTERS/Stefano Rellandini |
His lawyers have said the problem constitutes a legitimate impediment to his appearance in court, which could potentially delay a trial this month in which he faces charges of paying for sex with an underage prostitute.
A hearing is expected on Friday with the verdict expected on March 18.
(Reporting by Manuela D'Alessandro; Writing by Catherine Hornby; Editing by Michael Roddy)
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