In a decisive move, King Charles III has stripped his younger brother, Prince Andrew, of his royal titles and ordered him to vacate his residence at Windsor Castle. The announcement, made on October 30, 2025, follows renewed allegations of sexual assault against Andrew, linked to the infamous Jeffrey Epstein scandal. Buckingham Palace confirmed that Andrew will now be referred to as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, marking the formal removal of his princely status. Additionally, he has been instructed to relocate to private accommodations as soon as possible. The decision underscores the monarchy’s commitment to distancing itself from the ongoing controversy surrounding Andrew, who has consistently denied the accusations. The palace emphasized its sympathy for victims of abuse, stating, ‘Their Majesties wish to make clear that their thoughts and utmost sympathies have been, and will remain with, the victims and survivors of any and all forms of abuse.’ The move comes days after the posthumous publication of Virginia Giuffre’s memoir, which detailed her allegations of being trafficked by Epstein to engage in sexual encounters with Andrew. Giuffre, who tragically took her own life in April 2025, had previously settled a civil case against Andrew in 2022. Public outrage has intensified following revelations about Andrew’s minimal rent payments for his Windsor residence and his associations with Epstein and other convicted offenders. The decision to revoke Andrew’s titles and evict him from Royal Lodge reflects the monarchy’s efforts to address public discontent and uphold its reputation.