Epstein files expose web of European elite connections, triggering uproar

LONDON (MNTV) – The U.S. Justice Department’s release of over three million documents related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has sent shockwaves across Europe, exposing ties between the late financier and prominent political, business, and royal figures, prompting multiple resignations and criminal investigations.

The files reveal that numerous European elites maintained contact with Epstein even after his 2008 conviction for soliciting prostitution from a minor, raising serious questions about judgment and potential misconduct.

French political establishment under scrutiny

Among the most prominent figures implicated is former French culture minister Jack Lang, whose name appears over 600 times in the documents. The files show Lang repeatedly requested favors from Epstein, including use of his car and private plane, with correspondence extending into 2017.

Lang’s daughter Caroline, a film producer, partnered with Epstein in a company called Pyrtanée LLC in 2016. Both now face investigation by French financial crimes prosecutors for suspected money laundering and tax fraud.

Caroline resigned from her position heading France’s Independent Production Union, while pressure mounts for Lang to step down as president of the Arab World Institute.

Norwegian elite faces multiple investigations

Norway has been particularly affected. Former Prime Minister Thorbjørn Jagland faces investigation for aggravated corruption after documents showed he visited Epstein’s infamous island and commented that girls in Tirana, Albania were “extraordinary.”

Crown Princess Mette-Marit apologized for “poor judgment” after emails revealed she maintained contact with Epstein after his conviction, calling him “sweetheart” and “soft hearted” despite having investigated his background.

World Economic Forum CEO Børge Brende, Norway’s former foreign minister, planned to visit Epstein’s Manhattan townhouse—a location where victims reported frequent abuse—in June 2019, shortly before Epstein’s arrest.

Former Norwegian diplomat Mona Juul was suspended after extensive contact with Epstein was revealed, with documents showing her children stood to inherit $5 million each from Epstein’s will.

Slovakia’s national security adviser Miroslav Lajčák resigned after emails showed him discussing young women with Epstein, including messages saying “Moscow has oil and girls” and “I would take the ‘MI’ girl.”

British royals and politicians implicated

In Britain, former Prince Andrew faces calls from Prime Minister Keir Starmer to testify before the U.S. Congress. New images show him kneeling over an unidentified woman, while emails reveal he offered Epstein dinner at Buckingham Palace with “lots of privacy.” 

His ex-wife Sarah Ferguson called Epstein “the brother I have always wished for” in 2009.

Former British ambassador Peter Mandelson resigned from the Labour Party and faces police investigation for possible misconduct after documents suggested he leaked market-sensitive government information to Epstein during the financial crisis. 

The scandal has intensified pressure on Starmer, who appointed Mandelson despite knowing of previous Epstein connections.

Billionaire Richard Branson’s 2013 email to Epstein referenced bringing “your harem,” though his company said contact was limited to business settings. 

Swedish UNHCR chair Joanna Rubinstein resigned after revelations of a 2012 visit to Epstein’s Caribbean island.

Poland, Latvia, and Lithuania have launched wide-ranging investigations, with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk forming a team to search for potential Polish victims and links between Epstein and Russian intelligence services.