Greek MEP remains in detention as Qatargate investigations continue

European Parliament vice president, Greek socialist Eva Kaili, who is at the centre of the probe, is seen here at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France, on November 22, 2022. © Handout via Reuters, European Union 2022

A Greek MEP, Eva Kaili, was ordered Thursday to stay in detention in Belgium over corruption allegations linked to Qatar that have rocked the European Parliament, prosecutors said.

Kaili, 44, was one of four suspects arrested earlier this month. She protested her innocence and asked the custody hearing to grant her release under electronic surveillance.