Buckingham Palace has revealed King Charles' "profound concern" over allegations that Prince Andrew shared confidential trade reports with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein during his role as UK trade envoy. The revelations have reignited a crisis engulfing both the monarchy and Westminster, with Thames Valley Police assessing the claims.

This latest development stems from the recent release of millions of documents associated with Epstein by US authorities. The Palace has not yet been approached by police regarding the specific allegations but stated they would "stand ready to support" any investigation. The King's unprecedented public statement marks a significant escalation in royal response to the ongoing scandal.

The controversy has intensified following recent heckling of King Charles during a royal visit to Lancashire, where a man shouted questions about Andrew's association with Epstein. The Prince and Princess of Wales have also weighed in, expressing being "deeply concerned" by the "continued revelations" and emphasizing their focus on victims of abuse. The documents have sparked multiple investigations, including one into Lord Peter Mandelson over alleged misconduct in public office.

Quick Fact: The US authorities recently released millions of documents associated with Epstein.