Mette-Marit, the Crown Princess of Norway, regrets her relationship with Epstein and asks for public apologies.

The heir princess of Norway, Mette-Marit, stated that she regrets her relationship with the deceased sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, in an attempt to limit the impact of the scandal on the Norwegian royal family. Her statements come following the publication by the U.S. Department of Justice of documents highlighting her connections with Epstein, which are more extensive than previously known. In an interview with NRK, Mette-Marit claimed that she was manipulated and misled, considering that closeness a major mistake. The documents show that the princess maintained contact with Epstein even after his conviction in 2008. Public pressure has increased, and the Prime Minister of Norway has called for further explanations. Additionally, a recent poll shows a decline in support for the monarchy in Norway amid the scandal. Mette-Marit continues to respond to critics, taking responsibility for her relationship with Epstein.