Norway police investigate former PM Jagland over Epstein ties
Summary
Authorities in Norway are investigating former Prime Minister Thorbjorn Jagland for alleged corruption related to his ties with Jeffrey Epstein. Norway's police unit specializing in financial crimes, Okokrim, is leading the investigation and has asked for the removal of Jagland's diplomatic immunity. This investigation is part of a larger scrutiny of other Norwegian elites connected to Epstein.Key Facts
- Norway is investigating former Prime Minister Thorbjorn Jagland for possible corruption due to his connections with Jeffrey Epstein.
- Norway's Okokrim, a police unit for economic crimes, is handling the investigation.
- Okokrim has asked for Jagland's immunity to be revoked to proceed with the investigation.
- Jagland had past communications and visits with Epstein, according to U.S. Department of Justice documents.
- Norway's Foreign Minister, Espen Barth Eide, supports lifting Jagland's immunity to allow the investigation.
- Norway is dealing with revelations about several elites having ties with Epstein, including royalty and business leaders.
- The World Economic Forum is also reviewing its President, Borge Brende's, interactions with Epstein amid these revelations.
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