General · 9 February 2026
King Charles backs police probe into Andrew over 2010 confidential leaks
King Charles declares "profound concern" and stands ready to support Thames Valley Police as they assess misconduct allegations against Prince Andrew. The inquiry follows complaints that the former trade envoy leaked confidential state secrets to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein in 2010. Released emails expose Andrew forwarded sensitive reports on Singapore and Vietnam visits to Epstein within 5 minutes of receipt, alongside confidential Afghanistan investment data dated December 24, 2010.
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