Norway police investigate diplomat over Epstein links

Norwegian police have launched an investigation into diplomat Mona Juul and her husband, Terje Rød-Larsen, regarding their connections to Jeffrey Epstein. The investigation, led by the economic crime unit Økokrim, focuses on potential "aggravated corruption" and whether Juul received benefits related to her position. This follows Juul's resignation as ambassador after reports surfaced about her children potentially inheriting millions from Epstein and her husband's meetings with him shortly before his arrest. Authorities have searched a property in Oslo as part of the inquiry. Several prominent Norwegians, including Crown Princess Mette-Marit and World Economic Forum chief Borge Brende, have also been linked to Epstein in recently released documents, prompting scrutiny and reviews.

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.

Mona Juul, Norway's ambassador to Jordan and Iraq, resigned following an investigation into her connections to Jeffrey Epstein. The investigation was triggered by the recent release of Epstein files, which implicated several prominent Norwegians. Juul's contact with Epstein, who died in 2019 while awaiting trial for sex trafficking, was deemed a "serious lapse in judgment" by Norway's Foreign Minister. Norwegian media reported that Epstein left $10 million in his will to Juul's children. The foreign ministry will continue its review to determine the full extent of Juul's dealings with Epstein.