British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly Prince Andrew, to testify before a U.S. congressional committee following newly released documents linking him to Jeffrey Epstein. The connection between Mountbatten-Windsor and Epstein has again come under scrutiny due to U.S. Justice Department files showing years of contact between the former royal and the convicted sex offender after Epstein’s 2008 conviction.
New Files Reveal Ongoing Ties
Documents published on Friday revealed that Andrew stayed in regular communication with Epstein for over two years after the financier’s conviction. The files include emails between the two discussing potential business and social arrangements. One exchange shows Epstein offering to introduce women to Andrew at Buckingham Palace.
The files also contain redacted photos, including one showing Andrew crouching over an unidentified female. Her identity remains protected, but the image has intensified public concern. Additional emails indicate a deeper personal and professional relationship than previously admitted by Andrew.
Allegations Surface from U.S. Lawyer
In a separate report by the BBC, a U.S. lawyer claimed a woman in her 20s was sent by Epstein to the U.K. in 2010 for a sexual encounter with Andrew. The alleged incident reportedly occurred at a royal property on the Windsor Castle estate. The woman is not British, and her name has not been released.
Brad Edwards, her lawyer, did not respond to Reuters for comment. Buckingham Palace also declined to address the revelations.
Starmer Calls for Transparency
Speaking from a flight to Japan, Starmer emphasized the importance of cooperation in justice. He said Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor should provide full testimony to assist Epstein’s victims. “You can’t be victim-centred if you’re not prepared to do that,” he stated.
Although Andrew has denied wrongdoing and claimed he ended his ties with Epstein in 2010, the emails and allegations contradict this. Representatives for Andrew have remained silent despite repeated requests.
Public Reaction Divided
Supporters argue that Andrew has not been formally charged and deserves privacy. But critics say his silence and the mounting evidence undermine public trust. Calls for accountability are increasing, especially among U.S. lawmakers seeking answers in the Epstein case.
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UK’s Starmer says ex-Prince Andrew should testify before Congress over Epstein ties
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