In their opinion, these materials indicate the possible existence of a transnational criminal network and confirm acts that may be classified as crimes against humanity.
Experts noted that the actions documented in the files could be classified as:
- sexual slavery;
- reproductive violence;
- enforced disappearances;
- torture;
- inhumane and degrading treatment;
- femicide.
These crimes occurred against a backdrop of racism, corruption, extreme misogyny, and the commercialization of women and girls from around the world.
What constitutes crimes against humanity
According to international criminal law, crimes against humanity include sexual slavery, rape, forced prostitution, human trafficking, persecution, torture, and murder, if they occur "as part of a widespread or systematic attack against a civilian population."Experts pointed out that the patterns of behavior identified in the "Epstein dossier" may meet these criteria and should be examined in national and international courts.
Errors in data publication
The disclosure of materials is carried out in accordance with the Transparency Law of the "Epstein dossier," which was signed on November 19, 2025. The U.S. Department of Justice released a vast array of data on January 30, 2026, including more than three million pages of documents, two thousand video recordings, and 180 thousand images.Experts expressed concern about serious violations related to data processing: editing errors led to the leakage of confidential information about victims, causing them further harm before the records were retracted. At the same time, only one close associate of Jeffrey Epstein is under investigation.
"Serious errors in the disclosure process highlight the need for urgent and victim-centered procedures for handling sensitive materials to prevent re-traumatization of the victims," experts noted.
Protection of victims' confidentiality
Experts noted the courage and resilience of survivors who continue to fight for justice despite significant risks to their safety. Recently, a group of victims met with the UN Special Rapporteur on Violence Against Women and Girls.In the experts' opinion, the lack of confidentiality protection exposes women to the risk of persecution and stigmatization, while the limited investigations leave many in a state of re-traumatization.
Call to action from the U.S. and other countries
UN experts urged U.S. authorities to address the identified shortcomings, ensure full disclosure of the criminal network's methods, guarantee compensation for victims, and put an end to impunity. They also emphasized the need to abolish statutes of limitations for serious crimes related to Jeffrey Epstein's activities.Any claims that it is time to "move on" are unacceptable and represent a refusal of accountability to the victims.Experts welcomed the actions of some states that have begun investigations into current and former officials, as well as individuals mentioned in the materials. They called on other countries to follow this example.
"The failure of governments to effectively investigate cases and identify those responsible, including those who facilitated the crimes, undermines the legal mechanisms that protect women and girls from violence," experts concluded. "No one among the super-rich or influential should be above the law."
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