European Politician's Corruption Arrest Over Shadowy Cash Roils EU
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Eva Kaili was a rising European politician until police found bags of cash in her apartment, leading to her arrest on corruption charges which she denies.
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Kaili claims the money belonged to her partner's former boss, a lobbyist, and she was trying to return it when arrested.
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Prosecutors allege Kaili took bribes from Qatar and Morocco to influence EU policies, but her lawyers say there's no evidence implicating her.
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Kaili alleges misconduct in her arrest, including being denied access to her young daughter to pressure her to confess.
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Despite being released and returning to work, Kaili's political career seems over, though it's unclear if she'll ever face formal charges or trial over the scandal.