Khaberni - Reports and former diplomats disclosed exciting behind-the-scenes insights into the life of Prince Andrew during his period as a trade envoy for Britain, where he was sarcastically nicknamed by some officials as "His Highness the Buffoon," in reference to behaviors that provoked both astonishment and controversy, according to "The Sun".
Over about a decade, the Prince embarked on dozens of overseas trips that cost taxpayers millions of pounds, amid stories of him staying in luxurious hotels, using private transport, and even bringing along an assistant who carried a six-foot ironing board to ensure his clothes were impeccable at all times.
According to consistent testimonies, these trips were not without odd incidents, including requesting massage sessions at state expense, organizing dinner with a model during an official visit to China, as well as making comments described as embarrassing or inappropriate during official meetings with prominent personalities.
Andrew's appointment to this position came after his divorce from Sarah Ferguson, and its purpose was to enhance British trade relations around the world, but he quickly became the subject of criticism due to his style and behaviors, which some described as arrogant and unprofessional.
The controversy surrounding the Prince has recently intensified with escalating political calls to review his expenses, with British finance minister Rachel Reeves demanding an investigation into how public money was spent during that period. Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown also called for a comprehensive investigation into his activities as a trade envoy.
Emails that surfaced among files associated with the late businessman Jeffrey Epstein reveal additional details about the Prince's encounters and relationships during his official trips, intensifying media and political scrutiny.
Even within the royal family, it was said that his late father, Prince Philip, repeatedly warned him against associating with dubious businessmen, in an attempt to avoid what he described as "exploiting the royal status."
Despite Prince Andrew denying any wrongdoing, experts believe these stories portray a picture of a luxurious and controversial life behind the scenes, where official duties mingled with a lavish lifestyle, leaving a legacy of questions about one of the most controversial periods in the history of the British royal family members.
