Four people were arrested by the Brussels investigator and two were released, as part of an investigation into bribery from Qatar, in which Greek MEP Eva Kaili was also brought in for questioning.[/B]
So far, it remains unclear whether Eva Kaili was released or arrested in the case of bribery of European officials by Qatar to influence decisions of the European Parliament.
Belgian authorities announced that last night the house of a second MEP was also searched in the case.
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According to a statement by the Belgian authorities, the four arrested are accused of participation in a criminal organisation, money laundering and corruption.
The announcement comes in the context of "a major investigation by the Federal Public Prosecutor's Office and the Federal Police into alleged criminal organisation, corruption and money laundering.
There are suspicions that third parties in political and/or strategic positions within the European Parliament were paid large sums of money or offered substantial gifts to influence the decisions of the Parliament.
Four people have been arrested by the Brussels investigator leading the investigation. They are accused of involvement in a criminal organisation, money laundering and corruption. Two were released by the investigator.
The house of a second MP was also searched at around 20:00 the night before."
The Belgian authorities say no further information will be given for the time being, and there will be further announcements.
Source: Proto Thema
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