politics
February 19, 2026
Epstein files may contain ‘crimes against humanity’
The Epstein files suggest possible crimes against humanity, the UN has said, while demanding accountability
TL;DR
- The UN Human Rights Council suggests Jeffrey Epstein's abuses could constitute crimes against humanity.
- Millions of pages of files related to Epstein's criminal investigations have been released by the US government.
- The UNHRC calls for accountability for all implicated individuals, citing sexual slavery, torture, and femicide.
- The release of the files has led to numerous resignations in politics, business, and entertainment globally.
- The UNHRC insists that governments must act decisively to prosecute perpetrators, regardless of their status.