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On September 11, 2025, UK Prime Minister ordered the withdrawal of Peter Mandelson as ambassador to the US following revelations of emails showing a deeper relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein than previously known. The emails included Mandelson urging Epstein to "fight for early release" before Epstein's 2008 prison sentence. Mandelson had earlier described Epstein as "my best pal" in a 2003 birthday book compiled by Ghislaine Maxwell.
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In October 2025, Prince William discussed his future reign, emphasizing measured change and protecting his children from media intrusion during an Apple TV+ interview at Windsor Castle. He also reflected on family health challenges. Concurrently, President Trump completed a state visit to the UK, marked by royal pageantry and discussions on US-UK diplomatic and tech investment ties.
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Newly released documents from US Democrats reveal Prince Andrew was a passenger on Jeffrey Epstein's jet in 2000, and Elon Musk was scheduled to visit Epstein's island in 2014. The files also include schedules involving Steve Bannon and Peter Thiel, raising questions about connections among powerful figures.
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UK Defence Secretary John Healey announced new powers for military bases to shoot down unidentified drones, citing increased Russian drone activity over Europe and Ukraine. The move aims to extend protections to airports and critical sites, amid rising tensions and recent incursions into European airspace.
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King Charles has officially stripped Prince Andrew of his royal titles and evicted him from Windsor’s Royal Lodge amid ongoing controversy over allegations linked to Jeffrey Epstein. US lawmakers have called for Andrew to testify about Epstein, with some suggesting he could do so remotely. The move follows years of damaging headlines and allegations, which Andrew denies.