Experts believe that these documents may indicate the existence of a transnational criminal network and demonstrate actions that fall under the definition of crimes against humanity.
The materials presented cite crimes such as sexual slavery, reproductive violence, enforced disappearances, torture, as well as degrading treatment and femicide.
“These actions occurred against a backdrop of racism, corruption, misogyny, and the commercialization of women and girls from various corners of the world,” their findings emphasize.
According to international criminal law, crimes against humanity can include acts such as sexual slavery, rape, forced prostitution, and human trafficking, if they are committed as part of a widespread or systematic attack against a civilian population. Experts noted that the patterns of behavior identified in the "Epstein dossier" may meet these criteria and require prosecution at both national and international levels.
The disclosure of the materials became possible due to a transparency law related to the "Epstein dossier," which was signed on November 19, 2025. On January 30, 2026, the U.S. Department of Justice released over 3 million pages of documents, 2,000 video recordings, and 180,000 images.
Experts also expressed concern about serious violations in data handling: editing errors led to the leakage of confidential information about victims, causing them further harm before the records were retracted. To date, only one close associate of Jeffrey Epstein is under investigation.
Specialists emphasized the importance of establishing reliable and victim-centered procedures for handling sensitive materials to avoid re-traumatizing survivors. “The gross errors in the disclosure process highlight the need for such changes,” they stated.
In their opinion, the loss of confidentiality puts women at risk of persecution and stigmatization, while insufficient investigations leave many in a state of re-trauma.
UN experts called on the U.S. government to correct the mistakes made, ensure full disclosure of the criminal network's methods, provide compensation to victims, and put an end to impunity. They also stressed the need to abolish statutes of limitations for serious crimes related to Jeffrey Epstein.
