Feb 13 • 02:32 UTC 🇱🇻 Latvia LSM

Former Prime Minister of Norway Jagland faces corruption charges related to Epstein

Former Norwegian Prime Minister Thorbjørn Jagland has been charged with corruption after the European Council lifted his immunity, stemming from connections to Jeffrey Epstein.

The former Prime Minister of Norway, Thorbjørn Jagland, has been embroiled in a corruption scandal after the European Council revoked his diplomatic immunity. He faces serious allegations regarding his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender. Jagland has denied the charges and has expressed his willingness to cooperate with investigators, indicating a readiness to challenge the accusations against him. The charges against Jagland came after documents released by the U.S. Department of Justice revealed details about his connection to Epstein. It was disclosed that Jagland had planned to visit Epstein's properties in Europe and the U.S., even after Epstein was convicted for sex offenses involving minors. Furthermore, it was found that Epstein had covered travel expenses for Jagland and his family, raising further questions about the nature of their relationship. In addition to the travel payments, Jagland has also been accused of soliciting Epstein's help for a bank loan, although it remains unclear whether he successfully obtained the loan. The Norwegian public broadcaster NRK reported on these developments, shedding light on the possible implications for Jagland's reputation and the potential fallout for Norway's political landscape as this investigation unfolds.

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