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    Italy's Meloni under investigation over release of Libyan suspect

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    Posted on January 28, 2025

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    Last updated: January 27, 2026

    Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is under investigation related to the controversial release of Libyan police officer Osama Elmasry Njeem, raising concerns about judicial integrity in Italy. This image reflects the political tensions surrounding the case.
    Italian PM Giorgia Meloni under investigation for Libyan officer's release - Global Banking & Finance Review
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    Quick Summary

    Italian PM Giorgia Meloni is under investigation for releasing a Libyan officer wanted by the ICC, alongside other ministers, raising legal concerns.

    Italian PM Meloni Faces Investigation Over Libyan Police Officer's Release

    ROME (Reuters) - Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Tuesday she had been placed under judicial investigation over her country's surprise release of a Libyan police officer wanted by the International Criminal Court.

    In a video message on social media, Meloni said she is suspected of aiding and abetting a crime and embezzlement in connection to the case of Osama Elmasry Njeem, also known as Osama Almasri Njeem.

    She said prosecutors had also placed under investigation Justice Minister Carlo Nordio, Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi and the cabinet undersecretary for intelligence matters, Alfredo Mantovano.

    (Reporting by Alvise Armellini, editing by Gavin Jones)

    Key Takeaways

    • •Italian PM Giorgia Meloni is under investigation.
    • •The case involves the release of a Libyan officer.
    • •The officer is wanted by the International Criminal Court.
    • •Justice and Interior Ministers are also under scrutiny.
    • •The investigation raises legal and political concerns.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Italy's Meloni under investigation over release of Libyan suspect

    1What is Giorgia Meloni being investigated for?

    Giorgia Meloni is under investigation for suspected aiding and abetting a crime and embezzlement related to the release of Libyan police officer Osama Elmasry Njeem.

    2Who else is under investigation alongside Meloni?

    Justice Minister Carlo Nordio, Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi, and cabinet undersecretary for intelligence matters, Alfredo Mantovano, are also under investigation.

    3What did Meloni say in her video message?

    In her video message, Meloni stated that she had been placed under judicial investigation and addressed the suspicions against her regarding the case.

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