Nobel Institute Seeks Explanation from Ex-Chair Jagland Over Jeffrey Epstein Links

• The Norwegian Nobel Institute is seeking an explanation from former chairman Thorbjorn Jagland regarding his reported ties to US financier Jeffrey Epstein.
• Jagland, who chaired the Nobel Peace Prize committee from 2009-2015, reportedly had extensive contact with Epstein over several years, including requests for financial assistance.
• Kristian Berg Harpviken, director of the Nobel Institute, stated that financial benefits from Epstein would violate their code of ethics.
• Jagland admitted to 'poor judgment' in maintaining ties with Epstein, who also reportedly asked him to arrange a meeting with Vladimir Putin.
• Jagland stayed at Epstein's properties in New York and Paris, and a planned trip to Epstein's island was cancelled; Norway also suspended diplomat Mona Juul over Epstein ties.