Peter Mandelson arrested amid Epstein files fallout
Al Jazeera
February 23, 2026
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Peter Mandelson, the former UK Ambassador to the United States, has been arrested by London police as part of an investigation into "misconduct in public office" tied to his alleged connections with Jeffrey Epstein. The arrest comes amid a broader fallout from the release of Epstein’s secret files, which have revealed links between the late financier and several high-profile individuals. Mandelson, a prominent figure in British politics, has been at the center of scrutiny due to his alleged involvement in discussions involving Epstein.
Mandelson, who served as a UK Ambassador to the US from 2009 to 2014, has denied any wrongdoing. However, he has faced criticism in the past for his ties to controversial figures, including Epstein, whom Mandelson reportedly met multiple times at Epstein’s Manhattan penthouse. The revelation of these meetings, documented in Epstein’s files, has raised questions about whether Mandelson abused his position or engaged in improper conduct during his tenure as a diplomat.
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Originally published on Al Jazeera on 2/23/2026