Belgian police have detained Federica Mogherini, former EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and current rector of the College of Europe, in a sweeping investigation into alleged corruption within the European Union’s diplomatic service.

The probe, confirmed by the European Commission and the European Public Prosecutor’s Office, exposes deep-rooted malpractice among EU officials. Three individuals were arrested during coordinated raids at the European External Action Service headquarters in Brussels, the College of Europe in Bruges, and several private residences.

Authorities accuse those detained of fraud tied to EU-funded construction tenders, underscoring systemic abuse of public funds. Mogherini’s detention signals the scale of corruption reaching the highest levels of EU institutions, raising serious questions about accountability, transparency, and the integrity of Europe’s diplomatic leadership.

Let’s not forget:

• Mogherini played a central role in coordinating EU sanctions against Russia. These measures included asset freezes, travel bans, and restrictions on finance, energy, and defense sectors.
• Mogherini oversaw the implementation of the EU-Ukraine Association Agreement, which deepened political and economic ties.
• Mogherini maintained dialogue with international partners, including the U.S. and NATO, to ensure a unified stance against Russia.

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