Two senior Norwegian diplomats being investigated over Epstein links

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Miranda Bryant Nordic correspondentFebruary 9, 2026 at 07:20 PM

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Norwegian authorities are investigating two senior diplomats, Mona Juul and Terje Rød-Larsen, for potential corruption related to their connections with Jeffrey Epstein. Juul, recently resigned as ambassador to Jordan and Iraq, is suspected of gross corruption during her time at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Rød-Larsen, a former diplomat and president of the International Peace Institute (IPI), is being investigated for complicity in gross corruption. The investigation aims to determine if any criminal acts occurred, including whether Juul received undue benefits. The investigation was prompted by the release of Epstein files by the US Department of Justice, which revealed financial ties between Epstein and the couple. Lawyers for Juul and Rød-Larsen assert their clients are cooperating and believe the allegations are unfounded.

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Crown Princess Mette-Marit ×240% Jordan 40% Oslo Accords 40% Pål Lønseth 40% Iraq 40% US Department of Justice ×250% International Peace Institute (IPI) 50% Norway ×370% Jeffrey Epstein ×480% Økokrim ×485% Mona Juul ×490% Terje Rød-Larsen ×590%

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