Epstein-linked former Norwegian PM hospitalized after suicide attempt

February 25, 2026

TL;DR

Former Norwegian Prime Minister Thorbjorn Jagland reportedly hospitalized after a suicide attempt.
Jagland was charged with gross corruption over alleged ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Authorities searched Jagland's properties in Oslo and Risor as part of the investigation.
The charges allege Jagland and his family used Epstein's properties in Paris, New York, and Florida between 2011 and 2018.
Jagland also allegedly sought assistance from Epstein for a bank loan.
If convicted, Jagland could face up to 10 years in prison; he denies wrongdoing.
The revelations are part of the broader fallout from the Epstein document release.
Other high-profile Norwegians, including Crown Princess Mette-Marit, are mentioned in the files.
In the UK, ex-Prince Andrew and former ambassador Peter Mandelson have also faced arrests or investigations linked to Epstein.
Three senior officials in UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's government have resigned.

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