International Investigations (2025-2026)
Multiple jurisdictions | UK / France / Norway / Turkey / New Mexico
Overview
The passage of the Epstein Files Transparency Act (EFTA) in November 2025 and the subsequent release of millions of pages of previously sealed documents triggered a cascade of international investigations. Newly public records revealed connections between Epstein and foreign officials, diplomats, and institutions that had not previously been subject to public scrutiny. By early 2026, authorities in at least five jurisdictions had opened or expanded investigations based on the disclosed material.
United Kingdom
Andrew (formerly Prince Andrew)
Arrested on February 19, 2026 on suspicion of misconduct in public office. the first arrest of a senior member of the British royal family in approximately 400 years. The allegations center on sharing confidential trade information with Epstein while serving as the UK's trade envoy. Emails disclosed under the EFTA revealed official visit reports forwarded directly to Epstein. He was released after approximately 11 hours and remains under investigation by Thames Valley Police. He had previously been stripped of his honors and titles in October 2025 following earlier EFTA disclosures. He previously settled Jane Doe's civil lawsuit for an undisclosed sum in February 2022.
Peter Mandelson (Former UK Ambassador to the United States)
Arrested on February 23, 2026 on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The allegations relate to forwarding market-sensitive government information to Epstein during the 2008-2010 financial crisis. Released on bail. Previously sacked by Prime Minister Starmer after emails surfaced in EFTA documents showing the information-sharing arrangement.
Norway
Thorbjorn Jagland (Former Prime Minister; Nobel Committee Chairman)
Charged on February 13, 2026 with "aggravated corruption" related to gifts, travel, and loans connected to Epstein. The Council of Europe waived Jagland's immunity to permit prosecution. The charges stem from financial benefits Jagland allegedly received from Epstein and his associates during his tenure as Secretary General of the Council of Europe. Jagland denies all wrongdoing.
Ambassador Mona Juul
Resigned and charged on February 9, 2026 in connection with Epstein-related financial arrangements. Juul served as Norway's ambassador and was linked to Epstein through diplomatic channels revealed in EFTA documents.
Terje Rod-Larsen
Charged on February 9, 2026. Rod-Larsen, a Norwegian diplomat and former UN official, had previously acknowledged receiving a $130,000 loan from Epstein. The charges relate to his financial dealings with the Epstein network.
France
Dedicated Investigation Team
The Paris public prosecutor established a dedicated investigation team in February 2026 to analyze EFTA documents for French connections. The team is examining both historical and newly surfaced evidence.
Brunel Case Reopened
French authorities reopened the investigation into Jean-Luc Brunel's case. Brunel, a French modeling agent and Epstein associate, was found dead in his Paris jail cell in February 2022 while awaiting trial on charges of rape and sex trafficking of minors. His death was ruled a suicide. New EFTA documents have prompted a re-examination of the circumstances.
Jack Lang & Arab World Institute
Former Culture Minister Jack Lang is under formal investigation for his financial connections to Epstein. On February 16, 2026, the Arab World Institute (Institut du Monde Arabe), which Lang led, was raided by French authorities. Lang resigned from his position. A tax investigation has been opened into his financial dealings with Epstein.
Additional Investigations
French prosecutors are also investigating diplomat Fabrice Aidan and Daniel Siad for their connections to the Epstein network.
Turkey
The Ankara Public Prosecutor's Office launched an inquiry in December 2025 into allegations of trafficking connected to Epstein. The investigation was prompted by questions raised by an opposition member of parliament following the initial EFTA document releases.
New Mexico
Zorro Ranch Criminal Investigation Reopened
On February 19, 2026, AG Raul Torrez reopened the criminal investigation into Epstein's Zorro Ranch property, a 7,500-acre compound near Stanley, New Mexico. Epstein was never required to register as a sex offender in the state despite his 2008 Florida conviction, a failure that allowed him to continue operating from the property without law enforcement oversight. The reopened investigation encompasses potential criminal conduct at the ranch.
Truth Commission with Subpoena Power
On February 16, 2026, a truth commission was created with subpoena power and a $2 million+ budget. Chaired by state Representative Andrea Romero, the commission held its first meeting on February 17, 2026. Its mandate focuses on examining law enforcement actions and inactions during Epstein's time in New Mexico, including why he was never required to register as a sex offender and the extent of his connections to local officials and institutions.
International Bodies & Resignations
UN OHCHR: "Crimes Against Humanity" Declaration
On February 18, 2026, UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights experts declared that the Epstein network may constitute "crimes against humanity" given the scale, systematic nature, and involvement of state actors in enabling the trafficking operation.
WEF President Borge Brende Resigns
World Economic Forum president Borge Brende resigned on February 26, 2026 amid scrutiny of the organization's connections to Epstein revealed in EFTA documents.
Additional Resignations
Miroslav Lajcak (Slovak diplomat, former UN General Assembly president) resigned on February 1, 2026. Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem was replaced at DP World on February 13, 2026. Both departures followed scrutiny of their connections to Epstein revealed in EFTA documents.
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Disclaimer: This page presents information compiled from official government statements, court filings, published investigative reporting, and parliamentary records from multiple jurisdictions. Arrests and charges do not constitute proof of guilt. All individuals referenced are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law. Survivor names have been redacted throughout. Users are encouraged to consult primary sources for complete context.