Former EU Foreign Policy Chief Federica Mogherini Charged in Fraud Probe

Prosecutors have charged former European Union foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini with fraud and corruption. The charges relate to a €650,000 contract awarded to the College of Europe when she served as its leader. The contract was for the EU Diplomatic Academy, a training program. An investigation alleges irregularities in the procurement process for this agreement. This case increases scrutiny on EU institutions. It follows several recent lobbying scandals that have already pressured the bloc's governing bodies. Mogherini previously served as the EU's High Representative for Foreign Affairs. She has led the College of Europe, a postgraduate institution, since 2020.