British PM Starmer apologizes for appointing Mandelson, but says diplomat lied about Epstein ties

Feb 6, 2026 - 00:00
British PM Starmer apologizes for appointing Mandelson, but says diplomat lied about Epstein ties
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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer apologized to the victims of Jeffrey Epstein on Thursday and said he ​was sorry for having appointed Peter Mandelson as U.S. ambassador, who was a close friend of the late sex offender.