European Anti-fraud Office (OLAF) News Monitoring

Epstein case: OLAF opens an investigation targeting Peter Mandelson

The European Anti-Fraud Office has opened an investigation into Peter Mandelson, former European Commissioner and ex-UK Ambassador to the United States, in a case related to his relationship with financier Jeffrey Epstein. OLAF confirmed the opening of …

European anti-fraud office opens probe into Mandelson

Peter Mandelson was the European Union trade commissioner between 2004 and 2008. Photo: AP PHOTO The European Anti-Fraud Office says it had opened an investigation into Peter Mandelson, the United Kingdom's former ‌ambassador to the United States and …

European anti-fraud office opens investigation into Peter Mandelson

By Sudip Kar-Gupta BRUSSELS, April 24 (Reuters) – The European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) said it had opened an investigation into Peter Mandelson, ​Britain’s former ambassador to the U.S. ‌and an ex-EU politician under scrutiny over his ties to deceased sex …

Peter Mandelson investigated by European anti-fraud office

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Peter Mandelson is investigated by EU anti-fraud office

By PERKIN AMALARAJ, FOREIGN NEWS REPORTER Published: 10:48 EDT, 24 April 2026 | Updated: 12:21 EDT, 24 April 2026 The EU's anti-fraud office has opened an investigation into Peter Mandelson following allegations he passed sensitive information to …

Peter Mandelson investigated by EU's anti-fraud watchdog as scandal takes new international twist

Peter Mandelson is being investigated by the European Union's anti-fraud watchdog, with the scandal taking a new international twist. The European Anti-Fraud Office (Olaf) has launched an investigation into the ex-Cabinet minister during his tenure as …

European anti-fraud office opens probe into Mandelson

Fraud probe opened into Epstein pal Peter Mandelson by EU after ‘leaking top secret docs to paedo Epstein’

THE EU has launched a fraud probe into Peter Mandelson over allegations he sent secret information to Jeffery Epstein. The European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) said it had opened an investigation into Britain’s disgraced former ambassador to the US. Sign up …

Trump Stonewalls British Probe Into Epstein Scandal

The Trump administration is scrambling to block British investigators’ timely and full access to the unredacted Jeffrey Epstein files, which could thwart potential prosecutions in the U.K, including against former Prince Andrew. Britain’s Metropolitan …

US blocks UK access to unredacted Epstein files: Why the DoJ is forcing a ‘bureaucratic’ delay in Prince Andrew probe

The US Department of Justice will not provide unredacted files linked to Jeffrey Epstein to British police unless a formal legal request is made, according to a report by The Guardian. Investigators in the UK say access to the original material is …

What Hungary joining the EPPO will mean for investigating EU fraud and corruption cases

Fidesz was still preparing for another two-thirds majority victory in early May last year when Péter Magyar made a promise in the European Parliament that if the Tisza Party were to form a government, Hungary would join the European Public Prosecutor’s …

In an age of rising corruption, new EU anti-corruption chief must show OLAF can do more than bark

The European Anti-Fraud Office, or OLAF, has a new chief, Czech prosecutor Petr Klement, and he has plans to shake up the office and more effectively go after illegal activities. OLAF is tasked with investigating perpetrators of fraud, corruption, and …

Europe’s new fraud sheriff says EU watchdogs should hunt as a pack

When Petr Klement opened the doors to his top office at the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF), most of his belongings were still in boxes.  The Czech prosecutor has just taken over one of the EU’s most sensitive jobs, leading the body that investigates …

Europe’s new fraud sheriff says EU watchdogs should hunt as a pack

When Petr Klement opened the doors to his top office at the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF), most of his belongings were still in boxes.  The Czech prosecutor has just taken over one of the EU’s most sensitive jobs, leading the body that investigates …

US won’t give unredacted Epstein documents to UK police without formal request

British police investigating the former prince Andrew and Peter Mandelson are preparing to start interviewing witnesses in royal and government circles. It comes as police fear that prosecutors will be “reluctant” to bring charges unless the Trump …

EU Parliament’s reputation at stake in access debate, new anti-fraud chief says

Klement’s push for clarity over the scope of OLAF’s access comes ahead of an anticipated EU review later this year of rules governing the watchdog’s work, part of a broader revamp aimed at improving fraud prevention in Europe. It comes amid wider scrutiny …

EPPO detains nine suspects in customs fraud probe linked to Chinese imports via Belarus

Luxembourg, 17 April 2025 At the request of the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) in Katowice (Poland), nine suspects were detained last week, in an investigation into an organised criminal group involved in customs fraud linked to goods imported …

ICE Arrested Them for Cause: DWI, Visa Application Fraud, National Security… Not Random Targeting

The commonality among deportees is that they are in the country illegally. Many of those whom the media claim have status actually lost that status due to violations of the terms of their visas. Photo courtesy of the Department of Homeland Security. The …

Benefit fraud couple jailed

A COUPLE has been jailed after receiving more than 24,600 in income support while secretly receiving thousands each month in rental income from properties they owned in Ireland. Caroline and Gerard Kelly (61 and 59) were handed sentences of 18 and 12 …

Li Auto Officially Signs the Partnership Agreement with UAE AI Fahim Motors and Saudi Arabia Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors

Li Auto Officially Signs the Partnership Agreement with UAE's AI Fahim Motors and Saudi Arabia's Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors, Accelerating Global Growth BEIJING, BEIJING, CHINA, April 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Li Auto Inc. ("Li …

National Urban League Conference Returns to Los Angeles After 25 Years, Bringing the City Millions in Economic Impact

The 2027 National Urban League Conference, returning to Los Angeles after 25 years, will attract thousands of the nation’s most forward-thinking leaders. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 2027 National Urban League …

Crap In A Bucket Delivers Bold, Unfiltered Takes On Society, Sports, And Government

Richard Cardillo presents a provocative and candid commentary blending sharp opinions with original ideas on national issues and historical mysteries. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Richard Cardillo …

Latinas Lead CA Endorses Anna Caballero for State Treasurer

Latinas Lead CA Leaders Back Senator Caballero as the Most Qualified to Serve as California’s Next State Treasurer SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, State Senator and candidate for State Treasurer Anna …

Retired Firefighter, Nurse, and Paramedic Enters Oklahoma U.S. Senate Race - Challenging Career Politicians

Brian Ragain is a registered nurse, paramedic, and retired firefighter from Chickasha, Oklahoma. CHICKASHA, OK, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Brian Ragain, a Republican candidate for the United States Senate, officially announced …

Good Dad Act Movement Sweeps 2026 State Legislatures as Mississippi Becomes the Latest to Mandate 50/50 Equal Parenting

Fathers Rights is at the top States Legislative Agendas MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Good Dad Act Committee proudly announces a historic surge in legislative victories across the United States, marking a …

Estonia and Finland’s Leadership on Innovation and Resilience in Focus During NATO PA Visit

23 April 2026 A joint delegation of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly Sub-Committee on Resilience and Civil Security and Sub-Committee on Technology Trends and Security, chaired by Oğuz Üçüncü (Türkiye) and Jarno Limnell (Finland), concluded a visit to …

Jackie Reyes-Yanes to Host Ward 1 Meet & Greet and Bilingual Ranked Choice Voting Workshop with DC Board of Elections

Free Community Event | Sunday, April 26 | Sacred Heart Church | 10:00 AM WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jackie Reyes-Yanes, candidate for Ward 1 DC Council, is inviting neighbors to a Meet & Greet and …

Boca Raton Championship Wrestling to Unveil New Logo During WrestleMania Week in Las Vegas at “BRCW Vegas Vacation”

Boca Raton Championship Wrestling to Unveil New Logo During WrestleMania Week in Las Vegas at “BRCW Vegas Vacation” — Celebration Continues at WrestleLit BOCA RATON, FL, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Boca Raton Championship …

Patent Services USA Issues Plain-Language Explainer on Revised USPTO Guidance for AI-Assisted Inventions

Patent Services USA breaks down the USPTO's revised guidance on AI-assisted inventions: AI is treated as a tool, and human conception remains the standard COCONUT CREEK, FL, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Patent Services USA …

SYDKIMYL Educational Consulting Announces 2025 Impact

Exceptional School Growth, Leadership Results, and Proven Transformation Across North Carolina Education Systems CHARLOTTE, NC, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an era when school districts are under intense pressure to …

CINDY-S: FLK-Vorstand vertagt kommunalen Antrag – Probebetrieb läuft weiter ohne politische Befassung

Kommunen und Bürgerinitiativen fordern kurzfristige Behandlung und Transparenz ERZHAUSEN, HESSEN, GERMANY, April 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Der Vorstand der Fluglärmkommission Frankfurt (FLK) hat entschieden, einen gemeinsamen Antrag des …

Stephen Waddington on the short-term trap in communications and the case for strategic thinking

DURHAM STREET, UNITED KINGDOM, April 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cast from Clay, the policy communications consultancy behind Policy Unstuck, has published a conversation with Stephen Waddington, former President of the Chartered Institute of Public …

ITALY: Prime Minister offers to amend controversial ‘repatriation bonus scheme’ for asylum lawyers ― Activists at far-...

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has pledged to amend a draft security law following widespread opposition to a controversial ‘repatriation bonus scheme’ for asylum lawyers. Participants in a far-right rally have repeated calls for the “remigration” of people …

New Data Reveals the Silent Exodus of Canada’s Wealthy Elite

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, April 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The number of requests by Canadian citizens for NR73 forms - a voluntary and complex tool generally used by sophisticated Canadian taxpayers advised by tax professionals to …

Temas Resources closes US$1.5M private placement at premium to market

Strategic funding supports critical minerals exploration in Québec and accelerates commercialisation of proprietary RCL processing technology Temas Resources Corp. (OTCQB:TMASF) QUéBEC, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, April 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩…

On Eve of Armenian Genocide Remembrance, Congress Warns of Dangers of Trump’s Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Plan

Bipartisan Capitol Hill Events Demand Hostage Release, Artsakh Right of Return, and Accountability for Azerbaijan's Ongoing Crimes WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A bipartisan gathering of Congressional leaders, …

The Jack Brewer Foundation Marks 20 Years of Impact—Restoring Fathers, Strengthening Families Advancing Biblical Justice

JBF marks 20 years restoring fathers and families, delivering aid, expanding prison programs, and advancing Christ-driven solutions nationwide and globally. CORAL SPRINGS, FL, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For two decades, The Jack …

A New Era: Veteran-Owned The Cannabis Place Applauds Historic DOJ Shift to Schedule III

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned dispensary operating in NY & NJ applauds the DOJ’s Schedule III shift, calls on state leaders to eradicate "cannabis deserts." NEW YORK CITY , NY, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

Dr. Ilyasah Shabazz Explores the Spiritual Evolution of Malcolm X in New Book 'Malcolm in the Desert'

Dr. Ilyasah Shabazz, the daughter of Malcolm X and Betty Shabazz, to release new book about her father's spiritual transformation on his pilgrimmage to Mecca. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Ilyasah Shabazz …