Norway's former PM charged with gross corruption over Epstein links

BBC News - WorldEN 3 min read 100% complete February 12, 2026 at 05:37 PM

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Former Norwegian Prime Minister Thorbjørn Jagland has been charged with "gross corruption" due to his ties with Jeffrey Epstein. The charge follows the lifting of Jagland's immunity related to his former role as secretary general of the Council of Europe. Emails suggest Jagland planned visits to Epstein's properties and that Epstein covered travel expenses for Jagland and his family. Norwegian authorities searched three of Jagland's properties, and he is expected to be questioned. Jagland, who denies criminal liability, also faces allegations of soliciting Epstein's help in obtaining a bank loan. The charges stem from information revealed in the Epstein files released by the US Department of Justice.

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Oslo 60% Norway ×270% Council of Europe ×280% Thorbjørn Jagland ×5100% Jeffrey Epstein ×4100%

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corruption 90% jeffrey epstein 90% thorbjørn jagland 80% sex offender 70% epstein files 60% diplomatic immunity 60% council of europe 60% criminal liability 50% norwegian prime minister 50%