Pakistan, Feb. 6 -- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a severe political crisis after appointing Peter Mandelson as U.K. ambassador to the U.S. Mandelson had close ties to convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein. The release of millions of Epstein-related documents has intensified scrutiny on Starmer's judgment and leadership.

The controversy erupted when emails revealed Mandelson passed sensitive government information to Epstein in 2009. Starmer initially sacked Mandelson after earlier revelations in September 2025. Now, anger within the Labour Party and public criticism have put Starmer's position at risk. Lawmakers question whether he can continue leading the government effectively.

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