Norway police investigate former PM Jagland over Epstein ties

Norwegian authorities are investigating former Prime Minister Thorbjorn Jagland for suspected corruption related to his ties with Jeffrey Epstein. The investigation was launched after recently released documents revealed communications between Jagland and Epstein, including evidence suggesting Jagland stayed at Epstein's residence. Okokrim, Norway's white-collar crime unit, cited "reasonable grounds" for investigating Jagland for aggravated corruption, focusing on potential gifts, travel, and loans received in connection with his positions as head of the Nobel Committee and secretary-general of the Council of Europe. The Norwegian Foreign Minister has proposed revoking Jagland's immunity to allow the investigation to proceed. Jagland's lawyer stated that his client welcomes the investigation.

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