Newscast Epstein Files: New Mandelson and Andrew Allegations
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Feb 1, 2026 
John Bew, historian and former chief foreign policy adviser, joins to talk international strategy. He discusses Trump’s likely moves on Iran and the mix of force and dealmaking. He explores UK alignment with the US, defence spending needs, and long-term statecraft. He also reflects on Ukraine’s battlefield realities and the value of direct leader engagement.
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Epstein Files Created Widening Cloud
- The Epstein files release has created an expanding cloud of reputational damage for many powerful figures, beyond proven wrongdoing.
- BBC reporting links new allegations about Prince Andrew and fresh details about Lord Mandelson to wider political unease.
New Allegation Of Trafficked Visit
- A US lawyer told the BBC a second woman alleges she was trafficked to the UK to spend the night with Prince Andrew in 2010.
- The woman reportedly received a tour of Buckingham Palace and Andrew has not responded to requests for comment.
Encourage Full Cooperation And Testimony
- Public figures with information should come forward and cooperate with inquiries, including testifying where appropriate.
- The Prime Minister and cabinet colleagues urged figures like Prince Andrew and Lord Mandelson to provide testimony to help transparency.
