The emails show Epstein proposing an introduction to “Irina,” described as a “beautiful” 26-year-old Russian woman, just two years after the financier was convicted of soliciting a minor for prostitution.
Epstein’s Offer and Andrew’s Response
“I have a friend who i think you might enjoy having dinner with, her name is irina she will be london 20-24,” Epstein wrote in an email dated Aug. 11, 2010, to an account labeled “The Duke,” believed to belong to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.
“Of course. I am in Geneva until the morning of 22nd but would be delighted to see her. Will she be bringing a message from you?” Andrew replied on Aug. 12, before instructing Epstein to pass along his contact details.
In a follow-up message, Andrew pressed further.
“Great. Any other information you might know about her that might be useful to know?” he wrote.
He signed the message using his full title at the time: “HRH The Duke of York KG.”
Epstein’s Reply and a Telling Exchange
Epstein responded with additional details.
“she 26, russian, clevere [sic] beautiful, trustworthy and yes she has your email [sic],” he wrote.
Andrew quickly replied: “That was quick! How are you? Good to be free?”
The remark appeared to reference Epstein’s recent conviction for soliciting a minor.
The Name ‘Irina’ Appears Elsewhere
The name “Irina” also surfaced in several emails released last year that exposed connections between Epstein and former Barclays chief executive Jes Staley.
In one email dated Aug. 30, 2009, Epstein contacted Staley to ask if he needed anything during his time in London. Staley responded simply, “yep.”
Three days later, Epstein emailed someone named “Irina” to inform her that “jes staley is staying at the Berkley hotel in London tonight.”
It remains unclear whether this “Irina” is the same woman Epstein later offered to introduce to Andrew.
Contradictions to Andrew’s Past Claims
The former Duke of York has previously stated that he cut off all contact with Epstein in 2006, claiming he only reconnected briefly in late 2010 to end the relationship in person.
However, the newly released emails suggest the two men were still communicating by email as late as March 2011, with Andrew expressing personal frustrations.
“So many opportunities that I am frustratingly not allowed to participate in. And so many that are obvious but can’t get anyone to fire on,” Andrew wrote in a later email to Epstein dated Dec. 8, before adding that he hoped to see him again soon.
That same month, Andrew was photographed with Epstein in Central Park after staying at Epstein’s New York residence.
Ongoing Denials
Despite the mounting scrutiny and resurfaced correspondence, Andrew has repeatedly denied all allegations of sexual misconduct.
