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Peter Mandelson, former UK ambassador to the United States and senior Labour figure, has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office following police searches at two properties. Police said he was taken to a London police station for interview and later released on bail pending further investigation.

The arrest follows renewed scrutiny linked to disclosures about Mandelson’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein, with reporting citing allegations that confidential government information was shared during Mandelson’s time in office. Mandelson has previously said he regretted the association and has denied wrongdoing.

Coverage analysed: The Guardian | Reuters | The Telegraph | Al Jazeera

Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has reportedly been arrested as part of ongoing investigations into financial dealings and alleged links to Jeffrey Epstein. Police conducted searches at Royal Lodge in Windsor as inquiries into his associations continue.

Inquiry into Andrew’s Epstein links not ruled out as police searches continue
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Andrew is Prince William’s problem too – and it makes his future job harder
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Andrew latest: ‘Look at the money trail’ – Royal biographer on what could come next for ex-duke and Sarah Ferguson over Epstein links
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor latest: MP calls for treason probe as Royal Lodge searches continue
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