Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice are reportedly maintaining a connection with their father, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, despite recent strains in their relationship due to the Epstein scandal. Eugenie, said to be deeply embarrassed by her parents’ association with the convicted sex offender, was spotted at a prestigious contemporary art fair in Qatar. Accompanied by her friend Caroline Daur, body language experts noted Eugenie’s vulnerable demeanor.

Both Eugenie and Beatrice, although facing challenging circumstances, are said to have no intention of disowning their 65-year-old father. A close friend of the sisters emphasized that while the situation is tense and difficult, they are not turning their backs on their father. The siblings chose to spend Christmas with other members of the Royal Family rather than embarking on trips abroad with their partners.

New revelations from the Epstein case have emerged, including images of Andrew in compromising positions. Correspondingly, emails revealed financial support from Epstein for a lunch meeting involving the princesses at his property in Palm Beach when they were in their early twenties. The situation has drawn sharp criticism from royal author Robert Jobson, who expressed disbelief at the decision to associate with a criminal.

Despite Andrew’s relocation from Royal Lodge to Wood Farm Cottage amid the ongoing scandal, Eugenie and Beatrice remain committed to supporting him. Prince William, on the other hand, faced inquiries about the Epstein scandal during his visit to Saudi Arabia. The Prince of Wales, currently engaged in a diplomatic trip, encountered questions about the royal family’s response to the scandal during a girls’ football event, to which he did not provide a direct response.