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EU chief says there will be 'no impunity' amid corruption probe

European Parliament President Roberta Metsola delivers her speech during a special session on lobbying Monday, Dec. 12, 2022 in Strasbourg, eastern France. © Jean-Francois Badias, AP

The president of the European Parliament warned members Monday that alleged bribery by a foreign power was an attack on democracy, after Belgian investigators charged a senior MEP with corruption, adding that MEPs would receive “no impunity” in the corruption probe. 

"None of those responsible will find this Parliament on their side," said Roberta Metsola, adding that more transparency on MEPs meeting with foreign actors is needed.

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