Thorbjorn Jagland

Thorbjorn Jagland is a former Prime Minister of Norway and a one-time Secretary-General of the Council of Europe, who also previously led the Nobel Committee. He is currently under investigation by Norwegian authorities for alleged corruption related to his ties with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Recent revelations from the Epstein files have triggered a political storm in Norway, linking Jagland to Epstein. Norwegian police have searched properties owned by Jagland as part of the investigation, focusing on potential "aggravated corruption." It is alleged that Jagland, while in positions of power, may have offered influence to Epstein in exchange for gifts. His diplomatic immunity, previously protecting him due to his work with the Council of Europe, has been waived, allowing the investigation to proceed. The case highlights the far-reaching consequences of the Epstein scandal across Europe.