Greek MEP Eva Kaili placed under house arrest in EU corruption scandal.

Greek lawmaker Eva Kaili, who is being investigated over accusations of taking bribes from Qatar and Morocco in exchange for political favors, will be granted house arrest in her Belgian residence. Kaili, who professes her innocence, became the face of the Qatargate corruption scandal that shook the European Parliament. Investigations have revolved around confessions from former MEP Pier Antonio Panzeri, who allegedly ran a network of lawmakers, NGO leaders, and trade unionists in a bribe-taking scheme.