Norwegian authorities have launched an investigation into two high-ranking diplomats accused of having ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Mona Juul, a former ambassador to Jordan and Iraq, and her husband Terje Rød-Larsen, a former diplomat and president of the International Peace Institute, are under scrutiny for their alleged involvement in gross corruption.
The Norwegian financial crimes squad, Økokrim, is probing Juul on suspicion of accepting benefits while working at the foreign ministry. Her resignation as ambassador was announced just hours after it was revealed that she had received $10 million from Epstein. The couple's two children were also left a substantial inheritance by Epstein, with Rød-Larsen serving as the executer of his will before the appointment was revoked.
Juul has denied any wrongdoing and is cooperating fully with investigators, while Rød-Larsen's lawyer claims that the allegations against him are without merit. The investigation into Juul's husband has centered on an apartment transfer in 2018 and a possible trip to Epstein's private island in 2011.
The case has sparked controversy in Norway, particularly given Epstein's relationship with Crown Princess Mette-Marit. While appearing in the files does not necessarily imply wrongdoing, the revelations have sent shockwaves through the Nordic nation. The Økorkrim authority has already launched an investigation into former Labour Prime Minister Thorbjørn Jagland, who was a close associate of Epstein.
The situation has raised questions about the connections between Norway's elite and the financier, who died in prison in 2019 while awaiting trial for sex crimes against minors. It remains to be seen how this scandal will unfold, but one thing is clear: those at the top are not immune from scrutiny.
The Norwegian financial crimes squad, Økokrim, is probing Juul on suspicion of accepting benefits while working at the foreign ministry. Her resignation as ambassador was announced just hours after it was revealed that she had received $10 million from Epstein. The couple's two children were also left a substantial inheritance by Epstein, with Rød-Larsen serving as the executer of his will before the appointment was revoked.
Juul has denied any wrongdoing and is cooperating fully with investigators, while Rød-Larsen's lawyer claims that the allegations against him are without merit. The investigation into Juul's husband has centered on an apartment transfer in 2018 and a possible trip to Epstein's private island in 2011.
The case has sparked controversy in Norway, particularly given Epstein's relationship with Crown Princess Mette-Marit. While appearing in the files does not necessarily imply wrongdoing, the revelations have sent shockwaves through the Nordic nation. The Økorkrim authority has already launched an investigation into former Labour Prime Minister Thorbjørn Jagland, who was a close associate of Epstein.
The situation has raised questions about the connections between Norway's elite and the financier, who died in prison in 2019 while awaiting trial for sex crimes against minors. It remains to be seen how this scandal will unfold, but one thing is clear: those at the top are not immune from scrutiny.
. I mean, $10 million from Epstein? That's a lot of clout... or rather, influence 
. And Juul just resigned as ambassador hours after it was revealed 
. It seems like she knew something fishy was going on and needed to get out ASAP 
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. I think there should be more scrutiny on this guy, especially since he was executer of Epstein's will 
. And what's with these connections between Norway's elite and Epstein? It feels like some people got in bed with a convicted sex offender and now they're getting caught 
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what's going on in Norway?! It's like they're trying to cover up their own dirty secrets 
. First, you've got Mona Juul resigning as ambassador after getting $10 million from Epstein and now her hubby Terje is under investigation for some shady dealings too 
. I'm not surprised though, the whole Epstein thing was a huge scandal globally. It's crazy that people who are supposed to be in positions of power are linked to him like this 
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The Økorkrim authority better get to the bottom of this or else it'll just look like they're covering something up 
. It's all about accountability and making sure those in power don't think they can get away with stuff 
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. Now we just have to wait and see how this scandal plays out 
. One thing's for sure, though: the rich and powerful aren't above the law 
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I mean, Mona Juul and her hubby Terje Rød-Larsen thought they were above the law 
but now they're under scrutiny for their alleged ties to Epstein 
The fact that they received $$10 million from him is just sus 
Anyway, Økorkrim needs to keep digging into this mess 
#CorruptionExposed #NorwayInCrisis #EpsteinScandal
I'm shocked by all this Epstein drama hitting Norway right now. Like, didn't we used to think of him as just some dodgy financier? Now it's like the whole country's been tainted by his sketchy connections. Mona Juul's story's got me confused tho - 10 million bucks from Epstein, but she denies any wrongdoing 
The whole thing's got me wondering what else is lurking in the shadows of Norway's elite 
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This is just so disturbing... I mean, can you believe that these people were trusted enough to hold high positions of power and influence, and now we find out they've been lining their pockets with Epstein's money? It's like, what kind of corruption are we talking about here? 
It's heartbreaking that these allegations have shaken Norway to its core. I just hope justice is served and that those responsible are held accountable 
how did they even get away with this for so long?! 
. And what about all the other people who were involved with Epstein too? It feels like this is going to be a long and complicated investigation 
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. And her hubby getting all cozy with Epstein's will? That's some shady stuff 
It's like her resignation was just an excuse to move on with her life 
! They're under so much pressure from Økokrim for allegedly being involved in some major corruption scandal 
! Can't wait to see how this whole thing plays out 
It's crazy to think that one of these high-ranking officials could be involved in corruption. But let's look at the bigger picture - since 2019, there have been like 12 investigations into Norwegian officials and diplomats with ties to Epstein 
. The Økorkrim authority has already launched an investigation into Jagland, who was friends with Epstein... that's some serious connections 
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. I'm both fascinated and repulsed by this whole scandal at the same time - it's like, how do we even process all of this?! 
. Even with Crown Princess Mette-Marit being connected to Epstein, it's still not an excuse for the level of corruption we're seeing here 
. The Økorkrim authority needs to get to the bottom of this ASAP 
. We'll have to see how this all plays out, but one thing's for sure: those at the top are not above the law