Newscast Prince Andrew Gives Up His Titles… But Why Now?
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Oct 18, 2025 James Waterhouse, a BBC Ukraine correspondent, shares insights on Volodymyr Zelensky's recent diplomatic efforts, particularly his struggle to secure Tomahawk missiles from the U.S. He discusses the impact of Trump's decisions and the frustrations in Ukraine. The conversation also touches on Prince Andrew's decision to relinquish his titles amid escalating scrutiny over his connections to Jeffrey Epstein, highlighting the shifting public interest and potential legal implications he faces. It's a riveting blend of royal scandals and geopolitical tension.
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Move Driven By Reputation Risk
- Prince Andrew gave up his titles to prevent further distraction to the royal family amid renewed allegations.
- Marianna Spring and Justin Webb say the move is largely reputational and timed to incoming damaging material.
Emails Contradict 2019 Denial
- New emails undermined Andrew's 2019 Newsnight claim that contact with Epstein had ended.
- Justin Webb warns those discrepancies deepen doubts about Palace judgment and call for earlier action.
Connection vs Proof Distinction
- Evidence like emails and flight manifests shows connections but doesn't itself prove wrongdoing.
- Marianna Spring notes public outrage centers on why powerful people stayed connected to Epstein despite accusations.