New Epstein Allegations Target Prince Andrew, Renewing Calls for US Testimony

Prince Andrew faces renewed and intensified scrutiny following the release of new documents and allegations linked to the Jeffrey Epstein case. A second woman has come forward publicly, claiming that the late financier sent her to the United Kingdom for a sexual encounter with the Duke of York. These recent claims add to a long-standing scandal that has persisted despite Andrew's settlement in a civil suit with Virginia Giuffre in 2022.

The allegations have prompted significant political and legal reactions. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has explicitly called for Prince Andrew to give evidence to the relevant US authorities, specifically suggesting he should appear before a congressional inquiry. This marks a notable shift in the official UK stance, applying direct public pressure on the royal.

Newly released court documents from the Epstein case also reference Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, though the exact nature and importance of these references remain under review. Collectively, these developments have reopened a chapter many in the royal family hoped was closed, forcing a renewed examination of Andrew's links to Epstein.

The situation places the monarchy in a challenging position, balancing tradition and privacy against growing demands for transparency and accountability. In the United States, the allegations bolster ongoing congressional efforts to investigate the full extent of Epstein's network and the responsibility of his associates. The transatlantic pressure presents an unresolved challenge for Prince Andrew, with legal vulnerability and public reputation once again under intense scrutiny.