PM calls on Andrew to testify about links to Epstein

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1 Feb 2026 • 5:43 AM MYT
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  • Sir Keir Starmer says that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor should be prepared to testify before the US Congress regarding his connections to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
  • The prime minister said that Andrew should share information in whatever form he is asked, prioritising Epstein's victims.
  • New files released by the US Department of Justice include images appearing to show Andrew crouched over and touching an unidentified woman.
  • Further disclosures suggest Andrew exchanged emails with Epstein about a beautiful Russian woman and extended an invitation to Buckingham Palace.
  • Lord Mandelson also features in the released files, with emails showing a £10,000 transfer from Epstein related to his husband's attendance at the British School of Osteopathy.

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