France to investigate former culture minister Lang over Epstein links

Al JazeeraCenterEN 3 min read 100% complete by By News AgenciesFebruary 7, 2026 at 09:30 AM

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France is investigating former Culture Minister Jack Lang and his daughter Caroline over their ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The investigation follows the release of documents linking Lang to Epstein, including repeated requests for funds and his daughter's connection to an offshore company co-owned by Epstein. Calls have mounted for Lang to resign from his position as head of the Arab World Institute (IMA) in Paris. Lang denies any knowledge of Epstein's crimes, despite his name appearing frequently in the released files. The French foreign ministry, which funds the IMA, has summoned Lang to a meeting to discuss the matter.

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