UK leader Starmer apologizes to victims of Epstein for giving Mandelson an ambassador job

Associated Press (AP)EN 7 min read 100% complete by By JILL LAWLESSFebruary 5, 2026 at 02:53 PM

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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer apologized to victims of Jeffrey Epstein for appointing Peter Mandelson as UK Ambassador to the U.S. in 2024. Starmer admitted he knew about Mandelson's friendship with Epstein at the time of the appointment. He stated that he believed Mandelson's claims that he barely knew Epstein. Starmer's apology came after facing criticism from both opposition lawmakers and members of his own Labour Party. The apology was delivered in a speech on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at Horntye Park Sports Complex in England. The controversy threatens Starmer's position as Prime Minister.

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East Sussex ×330% United States 40% Labour Party 50% Jeffrey Epstein ×370% United Kingdom 70% Peter Mandelson ×480% Keir Starmer ×790%

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