PM urges anyone with information on Epstein case to come forward - after Andrew misses deadline

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has urged Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to provide evidence in the U.S. congressional investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, emphasizing that anyone with knowledge of child sexual offense cases should disclose relevant information. This call comes after Mountbatten-Windsor missed a deposition deadline, raising concerns about his cooperation with the inquiry.

Sir Keir Starmer is preparing to engage in discussions with Donald Trump regarding his Ukraine peace plan, following the opening of the G20 summit in South Africa, where Trump notably did not attend. Starmer's focus on the peace plan underscores the ongoing geopolitical tensions surrounding Ukraine and the international community's response to the conflict.

President Donald Trump and New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani held an unexpectedly cordial first meeting at the White House. Despite their previous criticisms of each other, both leaders refrained from discussing their differences during the encounter, focusing instead on collaboration. Mamdani aims to address issues of affordability and public safety in New York City as he prepares to take office.

A group of 28 survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's sexual abuse has reported receiving death threats as they anticipate blame for their abuse. In a statement, the victims expressed their fears of escalating threats and urged police to investigate and provide protection. This warning comes as they await the release of files related to Epstein, the late financier and convicted sex offender.

Two Democratic lawmakers criticized Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor for not responding to their request for a deposition in the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. The lawmakers, Robert Garcia and Suhas Subramanyam, expressed frustration after the deadline for a response passed. Epstein, a financier, died in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex-trafficking charges.

Annette Young interviews Pagan Kennedy, the journalist who revealed that a woman originally invented the rape kit, despite a man being credited for it. The discussion coincides with the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and Girls, highlighting a partial victory for survivors of Jeffrey Epstein, as President Donald Trump signed a bill to release files on the sexual assault of numerous women and girls. Additionally, a Zanzibar NGO is training local women as solar power technicians.

Sir Keir Starmer has called for an investigation into the connections between Reform UK and Russia after the party's former Wales leader, Nathan Gill, was sentenced to 10 and a half years in prison for accepting bribes linked to pro-Russian activities. Gill admitted to receiving at least £30,000 from an alleged Russian asset, raising serious concerns about the integrity of the party.

The US Congress has voted to release additional Department of Justice files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. This decision reflects a growing demand for transparency regarding the Epstein case and follows significant bipartisan support in Congress.