Petar Sekulic

Marius Borg Hoiby, the eldest son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway, is currently facing a high-profile trial on multiple charges including rape. The case has brought fresh scrutiny to the royal family due to Marius's mother's past connections with Jeffrey Epstein. As the trial opens, Marius has pleaded not guilty to four counts of rape and faces 38 other charges centered around alleged abuse of women. The case has sparked controversy and embarrassment for the Norwegian royal family, who are already dealing with the fallout from their association with Epstein. The recent release of new Epstein documents has revived scrutiny on Mette-Marit's past contact with him, adding to the pressure on Marius as he stands trial.