Raids in Europe over alleged far-right embezzlement: EU prosecutors
Summary
EU prosecutors are investigating alleged misuse of European Union funds by a now-closed far-right group in the European Parliament called Identity and Democracy (ID). Police have conducted searches in France and other countries connected to the case.Key Facts
- The investigation focuses on accusations that EU funds were wrongly taken by the far-right ID group.
- The ID group no longer exists and included members from several Eurosceptic parties.
- Parties involved were from France (National Rally), Italy (League), and Germany (Alternative for Germany).
- EU prosecutors carried out raids and searches in multiple European countries, including France.
- The group had members in the European Parliament, the EU’s lawmaking body.
- The searches occurred recently, as reported on July 1, 2026.
- The alleged crime is called embezzlement, which means stealing money that is meant for specific purposes.
- The case is part of a wider EU effort to oversee how funds provided by the union are used.
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