Former UK ambassador Mandelson arrested after Epstein revelations

February 24, 2026 9:25 AM

Former UK ambassador Mandelson arrested after Epstein revelations

Former British ambassador to the U.S. Peter Mandelson was arrested by London police on Monday on suspicion of misconduct in public office, following revelations over his ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Mandelson, 72, was fired from the most prestigious posting in Britain's diplomatic service in September, when the depth of his friendship with Epstein started to become clear. Police earlier this month began a criminal investigation into Mandelson after Prime Minis...

UK Foreign Secy Lammy calls on PM Modi, affirms commitment to enhancing bilateral ties

September 16, 2024 5:19 PM

UK Foreign Secy Lammy calls on PM Modi, affirms commitment to enhancing bilateral ties

UK Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs David Lammy met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral ties between the two nations. This visit, the first high-level engagement by the newly elected Labour government in the UK under Prime Minister Keir Starmer, signals a renewed focus on the UK-India partnership. Prime Minister Modi expressed his appreciation for the priority given by PM Starmer to broaden and deepen the Comprehensi...