William and Catherine say they are 'deeply concerned' in first statement on Epstein revelations

The Prince and Princess of Wales have made their first official statement regarding the ongoing Jeffrey Epstein scandal, expressing that they are "deeply concerned" by the latest round of revelations.

A Kensington Palace spokesperson confirmed the couple’s stance on Monday 9 February 2026, as Prince William arrived in Riyadh for a historic three-day visit to Saudi Arabia. The statement emphasized that their "thoughts remain focused on the victims" of the late sex offender.

🏛️ Growing Pressure on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor

The statement follows a week of damaging new details from a massive release of US court documents, which have placed the former Prince Andrew under renewed scrutiny:

Authentication of Infamous Photo: An email from Ghislaine Maxwell, released by the US Department of Justice, appears to confirm that the notorious photograph of Andrew with his arm around Virginia Giuffre is real. Maxwell wrote in a 2015 draft statement that "a photograph was taken" in London in 2001, contradicting years of denials by the former prince.
Misconduct Allegations: New documents suggest Andrew may have shared confidential government trade files with Epstein in 2010 and 2011 while serving as a UK trade envoy. Thames Valley Police are currently assessing these claims.
New Witness: Police are also reviewing a report from a second woman who alleges Epstein trafficked her to the UK in 2010 for a sexual encounter with Andrew at Royal Lodge.

👑 The King's Response and Heckling

King Charles III has taken unprecedented steps to distance the monarchy from his brother. Buckingham Palace confirmed this week that the King "stands ready" to support any police inquiry into the matter.

Heckling in Lancashire: On Monday, the King was heckled during a visit to Clitheroe train station. A member of the public shouted, "How long have you known about Andrew?" before being booed by others in the crowd.
Sandringham "Exile": Andrew left his 30-room home at Royal Lodge on 3 February 2026 and moved to the King’s private Sandringham Estate in Norfolk. He is currently staying at Wood Farm Cottage while his new permanent residence, Marsh Farm, is renovated.

✈️ Prince William’s Saudi Arabia Visit

Prince William is currently in the middle of a high-profile diplomatic trip to Saudi Arabia, the first-ever official visit to the kingdom by a Prince of Wales.

While the trip aims to strengthen trade and environmental ties—including a meeting with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman—royal aides released the Epstein statement early in the tour to ensure the headlines did not overshadow his diplomatic work.