About
Eva Kaili is a Greek politician who served as a member of the European Parliament (MEP) from 2014 to 2024. She held the position of one of fourteen vice presidents of the European Parliament from January 2022 until her arrest in December 2022. Kaili was charged with corruption as part of the Qatar corruption scandal at the European Parliament, which led to her removal from her vice president role.
Career Timeline
Greek Parliament Member
Elected as a member of the Hellenic Parliament (Greece).
Elected to European Parliament
Elected as a Member of the European Parliament (MEP).
Vice President of Parliament
Appointed as one of the Vice Presidents of the European Parliament.
Qatar Corruption Scandal Arrest
Arrested and charged in connection with the Qatar corruption scandal.
Removed from Vice Presidency
Removed from her position as Vice President following the corruption allegations.
Released from House Arrest
Released from house arrest but still under investigation
Scandal-Impacted Reputation
Continues to face legal challenges and a damaged reputation due to the ongoing scandal.
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Last updated: February 24, 2026