The remark appeared to reference Epstein’s recent conviction for soliciting a minor.
The Name ‘Irina’ Appears Elsewhere
The name “Irina” also surfaced in several emails released last year that exposed connections between Epstein and former Barclays chief executive Jes Staley.
In one email dated Aug. 30, 2009, Epstein contacted Staley to ask if he needed anything during his time in London. Staley responded simply, “yep.”
Three days later, Epstein emailed someone named “Irina” to inform her that “jes staley is staying at the Berkley hotel in London tonight.”
It remains unclear whether this “Irina” is the same woman Epstein later offered to introduce to Andrew.
Contradictions to Andrew’s Past Claims
The former Duke of York has previously stated that he cut off all contact with Epstein in 2006, claiming he only reconnected briefly in late 2010 to end the relationship in person.
However, the newly released emails suggest the two men were still communicating by email as late as March 2011, with Andrew expressing personal frustrations.