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Introducing Untold: Power for Sale
Jun 5, 2024
In this podcast, the team investigates the Qatargate scandal in the European Parliament, revealing charges of corruption and money laundering amongst senior members. The turmoil caused by raids and arrests raises concerns about the institution's susceptibility to corruption.
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- The Qatargate scandal revealed corruption among EU lawmakers, compromising the integrity of the European Parliament.
- The scandal underscored the vulnerability of democratic institutions to external influences, raising concerns about the political process within the EU.
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European Parliament Corruption Scandal
Several senior members of the European Parliament and EU officials have been charged with corruption, money laundering, and involvement in a criminal organization. The scandal involved raids on multiple properties in Brussels, leading to arrests, seizures of large sums of money, and allegations of receiving illicit funds from a Gulf state. The situation raised questions about the integrity of the European Parliament, casting doubt on the transparency and ethical standards of EU lawmakers.
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