Keir Starmer demands Andrew face Congress over Epstein ties
In a bold move, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to testify before the US Congress. This demand follows the release of damning files involving the late Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender. Mountbatten-Windsor, stripped of his royal titles last year, is tangled in this web of disgrace.
While in Japan, Starmer faced questions from journalists. Should Andrew apologise to Epstein’s victims and disclose what he knows? The files released depict Andrew in compromising situations, including an unsettling photograph. These documents also link him to a 2010 invitation extended to Epstein for a visit to Buckingham Palace, two years after Epstein’s conviction.
Last year, the US oversight committee sought Andrew’s deposition during its investigation into Epstein's case. Suhas Subramanyam criticised him, saying Andrew has been “hiding” from meaningful probes into the matter.
Starmer was emphatic: “Epstein's victims must be our top priority. An apology? Up to Andrew. But testifying is essential. Anyone with information should share it.”
The released documents paint a damning picture. Epstein offered to arrange a meeting for Andrew with a “clever, beautiful and trustworthy” Russian woman. Andrew was “delighted” at the prospect. He later walked with Epstein in Central Park, despite claiming his US trip was meant to sever ties following Epstein's conviction.
Hollywood publicist Peggy Siegal reportedly organised a glitzy dinner in Andrew’s honour at Epstein’s residence during that New York visit. The guest list was star-studded, featuring Woody Allen and George Stephanopoulos. Meanwhile, Andrew allegedly continued sharing personal family photos with Epstein.
Last year saw Andrew reaching a staggering £12 million settlement with Virginia Giuffre, who accused him of sexual misconduct. Despite the settlement, Andrew denied any wrongdoing, maintaining his innocence. Still, royal circles turned their backs on him and his ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson. The latter had once called Epstein “the brother [she] always wished for,” even accepting £15,000 from him to clear debts.
Jeffrey Epstein died by suicide in 2019 while awaiting trial for fresh charges. Meanwhile, Ghislaine Maxwell, connected in this labyrinth of scandal, serves a 20-year sentence. Among the files, an email surfaces from Andrew to Maxwell dating back to 2005, embodying a close relationship.
These revelations cause ripples beyond Andrew. Files indicate that Epstein financially assisted the husband of Labour peer Peter Mandelson. A £10,000 payment allegedly supported an osteopathy course.
Key Takeaways
Starmer urges Andrew to testify in US Congress.
Andrew linked to more damning Epstein documents.
£12 million settlement paid, innocence maintained.
Adapted by ASEAN Now from Source 2026-02.01
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